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Checking the Package ContentsCheck if the following items are included in your camera package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the camera.

Using the ManualsAlso refer to the manuals on the DIGITAL CAMERA Manuals Disk.

• Camera User Guide (This Guide)Once you have mastered the basics, use the camera’s many features to shoot more challenging photos.

• Personal Printing GuideRead when you want to connect the camera to a printer (sold separately) and print.

• Software GuideRead when you want to use the included software.

• A memory card is not included.• Adobe Reader is required to view the PDF manuals. Microsoft Word/

Word Viewer can be installed to view the Word manuals (required only for manuals for the Middle East).

Camera AA Alkaline Batteries (x2)

Interface Cable IFC-400PCU

AV CableAVC-DC300

Wrist Strap WS-800

Getting Started DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk

Warranty System Booklet

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Read This FirstTest Shots and DisclaimerTake some initial test shots and play them back to make sure the images were recorded correctly. Please note that Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and its distributors are not liable for any consequential damages arising from any malfunction of a camera or accessory, including memory cards, that results in the failure of an image to be recorded or to be recorded in a way that is machine readable.

Warning Against Copyright InfringementThe images recorded with this camera are intended for personal use. Do not record images that infringe upon copyright laws without the prior permission of the copyright holder. Please be advised that in certain cases the copying of images from performances, exhibitions, or commercial properties by means of a camera or other device may contravene copyright or other legal rights even if the image was shot for personal use.

Warranty LimitationsFor information on your camera's warranty, please refer to the Canon Warranty System Booklet supplied with your camera.For Canon Customer Support contacts, please see the Warranty System Booklet.

LCD Monitor• The LCD monitor is produced with extremely high-precision

manufacturing techniques. More than 99.99% of the pixels operate to specification, but occasionally non-performing pixels may appear as bright or dark dots. This is not a malfunction and has no effect on the recorded image.

• The LCD monitor may be covered with a thin plastic film for protection against scratches during shipment. If so, remove the film before using the camera.

Camera Body TemperaturePlease take care when operating the camera for an extended period as the camera body may become warm. This is not a malfunction.

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What Do You Want to Do?

ShootShoot, leaving it to the camera to make settings. . . . . . . . . . . . 22Shoot to match special conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 – 52

Focus on faces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 72Shoot in places where I cannot use the flash (turn off the flash) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Take pictures with me in them too (self-timer). . . . . . . . . . . 57, 58Insert the date and time into my shots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56Take close-up pictures of subjects (macro shooting) . . . . . . . . 61Add effects and shoot (Poster Effect, Super Vivid) . . . 52Take sepia toned or black and white pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Change the size of picture I want to take (recording pixels) . . . 62Take pictures continuously . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Change the ISO speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Take good people shots

IPortraits (p. 50)

Take good landscapes

Shoot various other scenes

FAt night(p. 50)

PAgainst snow

(p. 51)

VKids and pets

(p. 50)

wAt the beach

(p. 51)

OFoliage(p. 51)

USunsets

(p. 52)

Low light(p. 51)

’Indoors(p. 51)

tFireworks

(p. 52)

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What Do You Want to Do?

ViewLook at my pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Automatically play back pictures (slideshow) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Look at my pictures on a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Look at my pictures on a computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Quickly search pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84, 85Erase pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 91Protect pictures from accidental erasure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Shoot/View MoviesShoot movies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28View movies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 82

PrintEasily print pictures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

SaveSave images to a computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

OtherTurn off sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46Use the camera abroad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37Understand what is displayed on the screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

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Table of ContentsChapters 1 – 3 explain the basic operations and frequently used functions of this camera. Chapters 4 onward explain the advanced functions, letting you learn more as you read each chapter.

Checking the Package Contents ...... 2Read This First ................................. 3What Do You Want to Do? ............... 4Conventions Used in This Guide ...... 8Safety Precautions............................ 9

1 Getting Started ............. 13

Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately) ............................ 14Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card .................................. 14Setting the Date and Time .............. 17Setting the Display Language......... 19Formatting Memory Cards .............. 20Pressing the Shutter Button............ 21Taking Pictures (Smart Auto).......... 22Viewing Images .............................. 26Erasing Images............................... 27Shooting Movies ............................. 28Viewing Movies............................... 31Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing .................. 32Accessories .................................... 36Separately Sold Accessories .......... 37

2 Learning More............... 39

Components Guide......................... 40Indicator .......................................... 41Screen Display................................ 42Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)......................... 43FUNC. Menu – Basic Operations ... 44MENU – Basic Operations.............. 45Changing the Sound Settings ......... 46

Returning the Camera to Default Settings ........................................... 47Low Level Memory Card Formatting ....................................... 48

3 Shooting in Special Conditions and Commonly Used Functions ...................... 49

Shooting in Various Conditions ....... 50Turning the Flash Off ...................... 53Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom).................................. 54Inserting the Date and Time............ 56Using the Self-Timer ....................... 57Using the Face Self-Timer .............. 58

4 Choosing Settings Yourself ......................... 59

Shooting in Program AE.................. 60Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation) .............. 60Turning the Flash On ...................... 61Shooting Close-ups (Macro) ........... 61Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity) ........................................... 62Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)........................ 62Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)................................ 63Changing the ISO Speed ................ 64Adjusting the White Balance ........... 65Continuous Shooting....................... 66Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors)...................................... 67Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer........................................ 68

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Table of Contents

Customizing the Self-Timer ............ 68Shooting Using a TV Monitor.......... 69Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock ............................... 69

5 Getting More Out of Your Camera .......................... 71

Changing the AF Frame Mode ....... 72Magnifying the Focal Point ............. 73Shooting with the AF Lock .............. 74Changing the Metering Mode ......... 74Shooting with the AE Lock.............. 75Shooting with the FE Lock .............. 75Shooting with Slow Synchro ........... 76Red-Eye Correction ........................ 77Shooting Long Exposures............... 78

6 Using Various Functions for Shooting Movies..... 79

Changing the Image Quality ........... 80AE Lock/Exposure Shift .................. 81Other Shooting Functions ............... 81Playback Functions......................... 82

7 Using Various Playback and Editing Functions ...................... 83

Quickly Searching Images .............. 84Searching for Images Using the Jump Display ............................ 85Viewing Slideshows ........................ 86Checking the Focus ........................ 87Magnifying Images.......................... 88Changing Image Transitions........... 88Viewing Images on a TV................. 89Protecting Images........................... 90Erasing All Images.......................... 91Rotating Images.............................. 91Resizing Images ............................. 92Correcting the Red-Eye Effect ........ 93

8 Printing.......................... 95

Printing Images ............................... 96Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)............................................ 98Printing Images with DPOF Settings ......................................... 100

9 Customizing Camera Settings ....................... 101

Changing Camera Settings ........... 102Changing Shooting Function Settings ......................................... 105Changing Playback Function Settings ......................................... 107

10 Useful Information...... 109

Replacing the Date/Time Battery........................................... 110Using Household Power................ 111Handling Precautions .................... 112Troubleshooting ............................ 113List of Messages That Appear on the Screen................................ 116Information Displayed on the Screen..................................... 118Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode .............................. 120Menus ........................................... 122Specifications ................................ 126Index ............................................. 128

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Conventions Used in This Guide• Icons are used in the text to represent the camera buttons and switches.• Language that displays on the screen appears inside [ ] (square

brackets).• The directional buttons and FUNC./SET button are represented by the

following icons.

• : Things you should be careful about.• : Troubleshooting tips.• : Hints for getting more out of your camera.• : Supplemental information.• (p. xx): Reference pages.“xx” stands for a page number.• This guide assumes all functions are at their default settings.• The various types of memory cards that can be used in this camera are

collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.• Functions that differ depending on the camera model are indicated with

the following icons:: Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A495 only: Functions and precautions for the PowerShot A490 only

Explanations without these icons apply to both models.• PowerShot A495 screenshots and illustrations are used for the

explanations in this guide.

(Right button)

(FUNC./SET button)

(Up button)

(Left button)

(Down button)

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Safety Precautions• Before using the camera, please ensure that you read the safety precautions

described below. Always ensure that the camera is operated correctly.• The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries

to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.• Be sure to also check the guides included with any separately sold accessories you use.

Camera

Warning Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.

Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.

Caution Denotes the possibility of damage to the equipment.

Warning

• Do not trigger the flash in close proximity to people’s eyes.Exposure to the intense light produced by the flash could damage eyesight. In particular, remain at least one meter (39 inches) away from infants when using the flash.

• Store this equipment out of the reach of children and infants.Strap: Putting the strap around a child’s neck could result in asphyxiation.Memory card, day/date battery: Dangerous if swallowed. If this occurs, contact a doctor immediately.

• Do not attempt to disassemble or alter any part of the equipment unless expressly indicated to do so in this guide.

• To avoid the risk of injury, do not touch the interior of the camera if it has been dropped or otherwise damaged.

• Stop operating the camera immediately if it emits smoke, a strange smell, or otherwise behaves abnormally.

• Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the equipment.

• Do not allow liquids or foreign objects to enter the camera.

The above could result in fire or electrical shock.If liquid or foreign objects come into contact with the camera interior, immediately turn the camera power off and remove the batteries.

• Use only recommended power sources.Using other power sources could result in fire or electrical shock.

Safety Precautions

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Batteries

Other Warnings

• Use only recommended batteries.• Do not place the batteries near or in direct flame.• Do not let the batteries come into contact with water (e.g. sea water) or other

liquids.• Do not attempt to disassemble, alter or apply heat to the batteries.• Avoid dropping or subjecting the batteries to severe impacts.

The above may cause explosions or leaks, resulting in fire, injury and damage to the surroundings. In the event that a battery leaks and the eyes, mouth, skin or clothing contacts these substances, immediately flush with water and seek medical assistance.

• Do not play the supplied CD-ROM(s) in any CD player that does not support data CD-ROMs.

It is possible to suffer hearing loss from listening with headphones to the loud sounds of a CD-ROM played on a music CD player. Additionally, playing the CD-ROM(s) in an audio CD player (music player) could damage the speakers.

Caution

• Be careful not to bang the camera or subject it to strong impacts or shocks when hanging it by the strap.

• Be careful not to bump or push strongly on the lens.

This could damage the camera or lead to injury.

• Avoid using, placing or storing the camera in the following places.- Places subject to strong sunlight.- Places subject to temperatures above 40 °C (104 °F).- Humid or dusty areas.

These could cause leakage, overheating or an explosion of the batteries, resulting in electrical shock, fire, burns or other injuries. High temperatures may also cause deformation of the casing.

• When using the flash, be careful not to cover it with your fingers or clothing.This could result in burns or damage to the flash.

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Safety Precautions

Caution

• Do not aim the camera at bright light sources (the sun, etc.).Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the image sensor.

• When using the camera on a beach or at a windy location, be careful not to allow dust or sand to enter the camera.

This may cause the camera to malfunction.

• In regular use, small amounts of smoke may be emitted from the flash.This is due to the high intensity of the flash burning dust and foreign materials stuck to the front of the unit. Please use a cotton swab to remove dirt, dust or other foreign matter from the flash to prevent heat build-up and damage to the unit.

• Remove and store the batteries when you are not using the camera.If the batteries are left inside the camera, damage caused by leakage may occur.

• Before you discard batteries, cover the terminals with tape or other insulators.Contacting other metal materials in waste containers may lead to fire or explosions.

• Do not sit down with the camera in your pocket.Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.

• When putting the camera in your bag, ensure that hard objects do not come into contact with the screen.

• Do not attach accessories to the strap.

Doing so may cause malfunctions or damage the screen.

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1Getting Started

This chapter explains preparations before shooting, how to shoot in » mode, and then how to view and erase the images you take. The latter part of this chapter explains how to shoot and view movies and transfer images to a computer.

Attaching the Strap/Holding the Camera• Be sure to attach the supplied strap to the camera and wrap it around your

wrist when shooting to avoid dropping the camera.• Keep your arms tight against your body while holding the camera firmly by

the sides. Be sure that your fingers do not block the flash.

Strap

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Compatible Memory Cards (Sold Separately)

• SD memory cards (2 GB and less)*• SDHC memory cards (More than 2 GB, up to and including 32 GB)*• SDXC memory cards (More than 32 GB)* • MultiMediaCards• MMCplus memory cards• HC MMCplus memory cards* This memory card complies with the SD standards. Some cards may not operate

properly depending on the brand of card used.

Inserting the Batteries and Memory CardInsert the included batteries and a memory card (sold separately).

1 Check the card’s write-protect tab.● If the memory card has a write-protect tab,

you will not be able to record images if the tab is in the locked position. Slide the tab up until you hear a click.

2 Open the cover.● Slide the cover and open it .

3 Insert the batteries.● Insert the batteries with (+) and (-) ends

oriented correctly.

Depending on your computer’s OS version, SDXC memory cards may not be recognized when using a commercially available card reader. Check to make sure that your OS supports this function beforehand.

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Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card

4 Insert the memory card.● Insert the memory card as shown until it

locks into place with a click.● Be sure the memory card is oriented

correctly. Inserting the memory card in the wrong direction could damage the camera.

5 Close the cover.● Close the cover and press downward as

you slide it until it clicks into place .

● Removing the Memory Card● Push the memory card in until you hear a

click, then slowly release it. The memory card will pop up.

Approximate Number of Shots That Can Be Taken

* The number of shots that can be taken is based on the Camera & Imaging Products Association (CIPA) measurement standard.

• Under some shooting conditions, the number of shots that can be taken may be less than mentioned above.

• Depending on the brand of alkaline batteries used, the number of shots that can be taken may vary widely.

• The values for NiMH batteries are based on fully charged batteries.

Label

What if [Memory card locked] appears on the screen?SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards have a write-protect tab. If this tab is in the locked position, [Memory card locked] will appear on the screen and you will not be able to take or erase images.

Power SourceAlkaline Batteries

(Supplied)NiMH Batteries

(Sold Separately)

Number of Shots* 150 400

Playback Time (Hours) 8 10

Inserting the Batteries and Memory Card

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Compatible BatteriesAA alkaline batteries and Canon AA NiMH batteries (sold separately) (pp. 36, 37).

Battery Charge IndicatorWhen battery charge is low, an icon and message will appear on the screen. If the batteries are charged, the icon and message will not appear.

Approximate Number of Shots per Memory Card

• Values are based on the default settings.• The number of shots that can be taken will vary depending on camera settings, the

subject and the memory card used.

Can any other batteries be used?We cannot recommend the use of any other batteries than those listed above because performance varies widely.

Why use NiMH batteries?NiMH batteries last much longer than alkaline batteries, especially in cold weather.

Display Summary

Nearly depleted. Ready new batteries.

“Change the batteries” Depleted. Change the batteries.

Memory Card 4 GB 16 GB

Number of Shots 1471 6026

Can you check the number of shots that can be taken?You can check the number of shots that can be taken when the camera is in a Shooting mode (p. 22).

Number of shots that can be taken

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Setting the Date and TimeThe Date/Time settings screen will appear the first time the camera is turned on. Since the dates and times recorded into your images are based on these settings, be sure to set them.

1 Turn on the camera.● Press the ON/OFF button. The Date/Time screen will appear.

2 Set the date and time.● Press the qr buttons to choose an option.● Press the op buttons to set a value.

3 Complete the setting.● Press the m button. Once the date and time have been set, the

Date/Time screen will close.● Pressing the ON/OFF button will turn off the

camera.

Reappearing Date/Time screenSet the correct date and time. If you have not set the date and time, the Date/Time screen will appear each time you turn on the camera.

Setting the Date and Time

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● Changing the Date and TimeYou can change the current date and time settings.

1 Display the menus.● Press the n button.

2 Choose [Date/Time] in the 3 tab.● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Date/

Time], then press the m button.

3 Change the date and time.● Follow Steps 2 and 3 on p. 17 to adjust the

setting.● Pressing the n button will close the

menu.

Date/Time batteryIf the [Date/Time] screen appears even when the date/time have been correctly set, insert a new date/time battery (p. 110).

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Setting the Display LanguageYou can change the language that displays on the screen.

1 Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button.

2 Display the settings screen.● Press and hold the m button, then press

the n button.

3 Set the display language.● Press the opqr buttons to choose a

language, then press the m button. Once the display language has been set,

the settings screen will close.

You can also change the display language by pressing the n button, choosing the 3 tab, and choosing the [Language] menu item.

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Formatting Memory CardsBefore you use a new memory card or one that has been formatted in other devices, you should format the card with this camera.Formatting (initializing) a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before formatting the memory card.

1 Display the menu.● Press the n button.

2 Choose [Format].● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Format],

then press the m button.

3 Format the memory card.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then

press the m button. A confirmation screen will appear.

● Press the op buttons to choose [OK] and press the m button.

The memory card will be formatted.

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Pressing the Shutter Button

When formatting ends, [Memory card formatting complete] will appear on the screen.

● Press the m button.

Pressing the Shutter ButtonTo take images that are in focus, be sure to first press the shutter button lightly (halfway) to focus, then press fully to shoot.

1 Press halfway (lightly to focus).● Press lightly until the camera beeps twice

and AF frames appear where the camera focused.

2 Press fully (all the way to shoot). The camera plays the shutter sound and

takes the shot.

Formatting or erasing data on a memory card merely changes the file management information on the card and does not ensure its contents are completely erased. Be careful when transferring or disposing of a memory card. When disposing of a memory card, take precautions such as physically destroying the card to prevent personal information leaks.

The total capacity of the memory card displayed in the formatting screen may be less than indicated on the memory card.

If you shoot without pressing the shutter button halfway, the image may not be in focus.

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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)Since the camera can determine the subject and shooting conditions, you can let it automatically select the best settings for the scene and just shoot.The camera can also detect and focus on faces, setting the color and brightness to optimal levels.

1 Turn on the camera.● Press the ON/OFF button. The start-up screen will appear.

2 Choose » mode.● Press the button, then press the qr

buttons to choose ».● Press the m button.● When you point the camera toward the

subject, the camera will make a slight noise as it determines the scene.

The icon for the determined scene will appear in the upper right of the screen.

The camera will focus on detected faces and display frames on them.

3 Compose the shot.● Pressing the zoom button toward i will

zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger. Pressing the button toward j will zoom out from your subject, making it appear smaller (the zoom bar will appear).

4 Focus.● Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

Zoom bar

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Taking Pictures (Smart Auto)

When the camera focuses, it will beep twice and AF frames will appear where the camera focuses.Several AF frames will appear when the camera focuses on more than one point.

5 Shoot.● Press the shutter button fully. The camera will play the shutter sound and

shoot. The flash will automatically fire in low light conditions.

The image will appear on the screen for about two seconds.

● You can take a second picture even while an image is displayed by pressing the shutter button again.

● Scene IconsThe camera displays an icon for the scene it has determined and then automatically focuses and selects the optimum settings for subject brightness and color.

* Appears when the scene is dark and the camera is attached to a tripod.

AF Frame

BackgroundBright

Including Blue Skies

Sunsets

Dark

SubjectBacklit Backlit

When Using Tripod

People – *

Landscapes *

Close Subjects – –

Icon Background Color

Gray Light Blue Orange Dark Blue


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* Appears when the scene is dark and the camera is attached to a tripod.

BackgroundBright

Including Blue Skies

Dark

Subject Backlit BacklitWhen Using Tripod

People *

Landscapes – – *

Close Subjects – – –

Icon Background Color

Gray Light Blue Dark Blue

Under certain conditions, the icon that appears may not match the actual scene. Especially when there is an orange or blue colored background (a wall for example), ( ) or the “Including Blue Skies” icons may appear and it may not be possible to shoot with the appropriate color. If this happens, try shooting in G mode (p. 60).

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What if...• What if white and gray frames appear when you point the camera

toward a subject?When faces are detected, a white frame appears on the face of the main subject, while gray frames appear on other detected faces. The frames will follow the subjects within a certain range (p. 72).

• What if a flashing appears?Attach the camera to a tripod so that the camera does not move and blur the image.

• What if the camera does not play any sounds?Pressing the n button while turning on the camera power will turn off all sounds except for warning sounds. To turn the sounds on, press the n button, choose the 3 tab, and then choose [Mute]. Press the qr buttons to choose [Off].

• What if the image comes out dark even if the flash fired when shooting?The subject is too far away for the flash to reach. Press the zoom button toward j and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum wide angle setting and you can shoot within the effective flash range of approximately 30 cm – 3.0 m (12 in. – 9.8 ft.).Press the zoom button toward i and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum telephoto setting and you can shoot within the effective flash range of approximately 30 cm – 2.0 m (12 in. – 6.6 ft.).

• What if the camera beeps once when the shutter button is pressed halfway?Your subject may be too close. Press the zoom button toward j and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum wide angle setting and you will be able to focus on subjects that are approximately 5 cm (2.0 in.) or more away from the end of the lens.Press the zoom button toward i and hold it until the lens stops moving. The camera will be at its maximum telephoto setting and you will be able to focus on subjects that are approximately 25 cm (9.8 in.) or more away from the end of the lens.

• What if the lamp lights when the shutter button is pressed halfway?To reduce red-eye and to assist in focusing, the lamp may light when shooting in dark areas.

• What if the screen turns off when you try to shoot?When flash recharging begins, the screen turns off. The screen turns on again when recharging ends.

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Viewing ImagesYou can view the images you have taken on the screen.

1 Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear.

2 Choose an image.● Pressing the q button will cycle through the

images in the reverse order they were taken, from the newest image to the oldest.

● Pressing the r button will cycle through the images in the order they were taken, from oldest to newest.

● The images change more quickly if you keep the qr buttons pressed, but they will appear coarse.

The lens will retract after approximately 1 minute elapses.

● Pressing the 1 button again while the lens is retracted will turn off the power.

Switching to Shooting modePressing the shutter button halfway while in Playback mode switches the camera to Shooting mode.

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Erasing ImagesYou can choose and erase images one at a time. Please note that erased images cannot be recovered. Exercise adequate caution before erasing an image.

1 Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button. The last image you took will appear.

2 Choose an image to erase.● Press the qr buttons to display an image to

erase.

3 Erase the image.● Press the p button. [Erase?] appears on the screen.● Press the qr buttons to choose [Erase],

then press the m button. The displayed image will be erased.● To exit instead of erasing, press the qr

buttons to choose [Cancel], then press the m button.

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Shooting MoviesThe camera can automatically select all settings so that you can shoot movies just by pressing the shutter button.

1 Enter E mode.● Press the button, then press the qr

buttons to choose E.● Press the m button.

2 Compose the shot.● Pressing the zoom button toward i will

zoom in on your subject, making it appear larger. Pressing the button toward j will zoom out from your subject, making it appear smaller.

3 Focus.● Press the shutter button halfway to focus. When the camera focuses, it will beep twice

and the indicator will light green.

4 Shoot.● Press the shutter button fully.

Shooting Time

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Shooting Movies

Recording will start, and [ Rec] and the elapsed time will appear on the screen.

● Once shooting begins, take your finger off the shutter button.

● If you change the composition of your shot during shooting, the focus will stay the same, but the brightness and tone will automatically adjust.

● Do not touch the microphone while shooting.● Do not press any buttons other than the

shutter button while shooting. The sound the buttons make will be recorded in the movie.

5 Stop shooting.● Press the shutter button fully again. The camera will beep once and stop

shooting the movie. The movie will record to the memory card. Shooting will automatically stop when the

memory card fills.

Elapsed Time

Microphone

Magnifying the subject while shootingPressing the zoom button toward i while shooting will zoom in on the subject. However, operation sounds will be recorded and the movie may appear coarse.

Shooting Movies

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Estimated Shooting Times

• Shooting times are based on default settings.• Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the

recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.• Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some

memory cards. SD Speed Class 4 or higher memory cards are recommended.

Memory Card 4 GB 16 GB

Shooting Time 32 min. 26 sec. 2 hrs. 12 min. 50 sec.

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Viewing MoviesYou can view the movies you have shot on the screen.

1 Enter Playback mode.● Press the 1 button. The last image you shot will appear. appears on movies.

2 Choose a movie.● Press the qr buttons to choose a movie,

then press the m button. The movie control panel will appear.

3 Play the movie.● Press the qr buttons to choose (Play),

then press the m button. The movie will play.● Press the m button again to pause the

movie or resume playback.● Press the op buttons to adjust the volume. After the movie finishes, appears.

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Transferring Images to a Computer for Viewing

You can use the included software to transfer images you have shot with the camera to a computer for viewing. If you are already using ZoomBrowser EX/ImageBrowser, install the software from the included CD-ROM, overwriting your current installation.

● System Requirements

Windows

* For Windows XP, Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 or later (max. 500MB) must be installed. Installation may take some time depending on your computer’s capabilities.

Macintosh

OSWindows 7Windows Vista (including Service Pack 1 and 2)Windows XP Service Pack 2, Service Pack 3

Computer modelThe above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports.

CPU Pentium 1.3 GHz or higher

RAMWindows 7 (64 bit): 2 GB or moreWindows 7 (32 bit), Windows Vista: 1 GB or moreWindows XP: 512 MB or more

Interface USB

Free Hard Disk Space

ZoomBrowser EX: 200 MB or more*PhotoStitch: 40 MB or more

Display 1,024 x 768 pixels or higher

OS Mac OS X (v10.4 – v10.6)

Computer modelThe above OS should be pre-installed on computers with built-in USB ports.

CPU PowerPC G4/G5 or Intel Processor

RAMMac OS X v10.4 – v10.5: 512 MB or moreMac OS X v10.6: 1 GB or more

Interface USB

Free Hard Disk Space

ImageBrowser: 300 MB or morePhotoStitch: 50 MB or more

Display 1,024 x 768 pixels or higher

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● PreparationsWindows Vista and Mac OS X (v10.5) are used for these explanations.

1 Install the Software.

Windows

Place the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive.● Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL

CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.

Begin installation.● Click [Easy Installation] and follow the

on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.

● If the [User Account Control] window appears, follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.

When the install finishes, click [Restart] or [Finish].

Remove the CD-ROM.● Remove the CD-ROM when your desktop

screen appears.

Macintosh

Place the CD in the computer’s CD-ROM drive.● Place the supplied CD-ROM (DIGITAL

CAMERA Solution Disk) (p. 2) into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.

Begin installation.● Double-click the on the CD.● Click [Install], and follow the on-screen

instructions to proceed with the installation.


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2 Connect the camera to the computer.● Turn off the camera.● Open the cover, and insert the small end of

the plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.

● Insert the cable’s larger plug into the computer. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the computer.

3 Turn on the camera.● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera.

4 Open CameraWindow.

Windows● Click [Downloads Images From Canon

Camera using Canon CameraWindow]. CameraWindow will appear.● If CameraWindow does not appear, click the

[Start] menu and choose [All Programs], followed by [Canon Utilities], [CameraWindow] and [CameraWindow].

Macintosh CameraWindow will appear when you

establish a connection between the camera and computer.

● If CameraWindow does not appear, click the CameraWindow icon on the Dock (the bar which appears at the bottom of the desktop).

For Windows 7, use the following steps to display CameraWindow.• Click on the task bar.• In the screen that appears, click the link to modify the program.• Click [Downloads Images From Canon Camera using Canon

CameraWindow], then click [OK].• Double click .

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● Transfer and View Images● Click [Import Images from Camera], and

then click [Import Untransferred Images]. All images not previously transferred will

transfer to the computer. Transferred images will be sorted by date and saved in separate folders in the Pictures folder.

● When [Image import complete.] appears, click [OK], then click [X] to close CameraWindow.

● Turn off the camera and unplug the cable.● For details on how to view images using a

computer, refer to the Software Guide.

You can transfer images without installing the included software by simply connecting your camera to a computer. There are, however, the following limitations.• It may take a few minutes from when you connect the camera to the

computer until you can transfer images.• Movies will not transfer correctly.• Images shot in the vertical position may be transferred in the horizontal

position.• Protection settings for images may be lost when transferred to a

computer.• There may be problems transferring images or image information

correctly depending on the version of the operating system in use, the file size, or the software in use.

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Accessories

Supplied with Camera

Wrist Strap WS-800 DIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk

AA Alkaline Batteries (×2)Interface Cable

IFC-400PCU*

AV Cable AVC-DC300*

Memory Card Card Reader

Windows/Macintosh

TV/Video

Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers

Compact Photo Printers (SELPHY series)

Inkjet Printers

See the user guide supplied with the printer for more information on the printer and interface cables.

* Also available for purchase separately.

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Separately Sold AccessoriesThe following camera accessories are sold separately. Some accessories are not sold in some regions, or may no longer be available.

Power Supplies

AC Adapter Kit ACK800This set includes Compact Power Adapter CA-PS800 and power cord.This kit lets you power the camera using household power. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time or when connecting to a computer or printer. Cannot be used to charge the batteries inside the camera.

Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-300This dedicated battery charger kit includes both Battery Charger CB-5AH and four NB-3AH rechargeable AA NiMH (nickel metal hydride) batteries. Recommended for powering the camera for an extended period of time.You can also purchase NiMH Battery NB4-300, a set of four rechargeable AA NiMH batteries separately. Battery and Charger Kit CBK4-200 can also be used.

CAUTIONRISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO LOCAL REGULATION.

Using accessories abroadThe battery and charger kit, and the AC adapter kit can be used in regions that have 100 – 240 V (50/60 Hz) AC power. If the plug does not fit the outlet, use a commercially available plug adapter. Do not use devices such as electrical transformers for foreign travel because they will cause malfunctions.

Separately Sold Accessories

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Flash

High-Power Flash HF-DC1This attachable supplementary flash can illuminate subjects that are too distant for the light from the built-in flash to reach.

Printers

Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant PrintersBy connecting your camera to a Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printer, you can print your images without having to use a computer.For more information, visit your nearest Canon retailer.

SELPHY series

Inkjet Printers

Use of genuine Canon accessories is recommended.

This product is designed to achieve excellent performance when used with genuine Canon accessories. Canon shall not be liable for any damage to this product and/or accidents such as fire, etc., caused by the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories (e.g., a leakage and/or explosion of a battery pack). Please note that this warranty does not apply to repairs arising out of the malfunction of non-genuine Canon accessories, although you may request such repairs on a chargeable basis.

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2Learning More

This chapter explains the parts of the camera and what appears on the screen, as well as the basic operating instructions.

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Components Guide

(Mode) ButtonUse the button to change the Shooting mode.

Microphone (p. 29)LensShutter Button (p. 21)ON/OFF buttonFlash (pp. 53, 61)

Lamp (pp. 25, 57, 58 , 105)SpeakerTripod SocketMemory Card / Battery Cover (p. 14)Strap Mount (p. 13)

Scene ModeYou can shoot with the best settings for the scene (p. 50) or add effects and shoot (p. 52)

.

P ModeChoose settings yourself to take various types of pictures (p. 60).

Movie ModeFor shooting movies (pp. 28, 79).

Auto ModeYou can leave it to the camera to select settings for fully automatic shooting (p. 22).

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Indicator

IndicatorThe indicator on the back of the camera (p. 41) will light or blink depending on the camera’s status.

Screen (LCD Monitor) (pp. 42, 118)Zoom ButtonShooting: i (Telephoto) / j (Wide Angle) (p. 22)Playback: k (Magnify) (p. 88) / g (Index) (p. 84)1 (Playback) Button (p. 26)

(Mode) Button (p. 40)Indicator (p. 41)DC IN (Power Input) Terminal (p. 111)A / V OUT (Audio/Video Output) Terminal (p. 89)

DIGITAL Terminal (pp. 34, 96)n Button (p. 45)e (Macro) (p. 61) / u (Infinity) (p. 62) / q Buttonb (Exposure Compensation) (p. 60) / d (Jump) (p. 85) / o Buttonm FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button (p. 44)h (Flash) (pp. 53, 61) / r ButtonQ (Self-Timer) (pp. 57, 68) / a (Single Image Erase) (p. 27) / p Button

Colors Status Operation Status

GreenLights Shooting preparation complete/Display off (p. 104)

Blinks Recording/reading/transmitting image data

When the indicator blinks green, data is being recorded to/read from the memory card or various information is being transmitted. Do not turn off the power, open the memory card slot/battery cover, shake or jolt the camera. These actions may corrupt the image data or cause the camera or memory card to malfunction.

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Screen Display

● Switching the Display

Shooting

You can change the display by pressing the n button, choosing the 4 tab, and [Shooting Info].

Playback

You can change the display by pressing the n button, choosing the 1 tab, and [Info Display].

Screen Display in Dark Shooting ConditionsThe display automatically brightens when shooting in dark conditions, allowing you to check the composition (Night Display function). However, the brightness of the image on the screen, and the brightness of the actual image recorded may be different. Screen noise may appear and the movement of the subject may appear somewhat jagged on the screen. This has no effect on the recorded image.

Overexposure Warning during PlaybackIn [Detailed], overexposed areas of the image flash on the screen.

[On]Information Display

[Off]No Information Display

[Off]No Information

Display

[Standard]Simple Information

Display

[Focus Check]Focus Check Display

(p. 87)

[Detailed]Detailed Information

Display

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Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

Histogram during PlaybackThe graph that appears in [Detailed] (p. 42) is called the histogram. The histogram shows the distribution of brightness in an image horizontally, and the amount of brightness vertically. When the graph approaches the right side, the image is bright, but when it approaches the left side, the image is dark, and in this way you can judge the exposure.

Power Saving Function (Auto Power Down)

To save battery power, the camera shuts down automatically when it is not operated for a certain time.

Power Saving during ShootingThe screen will turn off approximately 1 minute after the camera is last operated. After about 2 more minutes, the lens will retract and the power will turn off. When the screen has turned off but the lens has not yet retracted, pressing the shutter button halfway (p. 21) turns on the screen and shooting can continue.

Power Saving during PlaybackThe power will turn off approximately 5 minutes after the camera is last operated.

BrightDark

High

Low

• You can turn off the Power Saving Function (p. 103).• You can adjust the time before the screen turns off (p. 104).

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FUNC. Menu – Basic OperationsCommonly used shooting functions can be set with the FUNC. menu. The menu items and options differ depending on the mode (pp. 120 – 121).

1 Choose a shooting mode.● Press the button, then press the

opqr buttons to choose the desired Shooting mode.


2 Display the FUNC. menu.● Press the m button.

3 Choose a menu item.● Press the op buttons to choose a menu

item. The available options for the menu item

appear in the lower part of the screen.

4 Choose an option.● Press the qr buttons to choose an option.● You can also choose settings by pressing

the n button on options that display .

5 Complete the setting.● Press the m button. The shooting screen will reappear and the

setting you chose will display on the screen.

Menu Items

Available Options

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MENU – Basic OperationsVarious functions can be set from the menus. The menu items are organized under tabs, such as for shooting (4) and playback (1). The available menu items differ depending on the mode (pp. 122 – 123).


2 Choose a tab.● Press the qr buttons, or press the zoom

button to choose a tab.

3 Choose a menu item.● Press the op buttons to choose a menu

item.● Some items require you to press the m

button or r button to display a submenu in which you change the setting.

4 Choose an option.● Press the qr buttons to choose an option.

5 Complete the setting.● Press the n button. The normal screen will reappear.

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Changing the Sound SettingsYou can silence or adjust the volume of camera sounds.

● Muting Sounds


2 Choose [Mute].● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Mute],

then press the qr buttons to choose [On].● Press the n button again to return to

the normal screen.

● Adjusting the Volume


2 Choose [Volume].● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Volume],


3 Change the volume.● Press the op buttons to choose an item,

then press the qr buttons to adjust the volume.

● Press the n button twice to return to the normal screen.

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Returning the Camera to Default Settings

When you have mistakenly changed a setting, you can reset the camera to the default settings.


2 Choose [Reset All].● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Reset

All], then press the m button.

3 Reset the settings.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then

press the m button. The camera will reset to the default settings.

Are there functions that cannot be reset?• The [Date/Time] (p. 17) in the 3 tab, [Language] (p. 19), [Video

System] (p. 89).• The saved data for custom white balance (p. 65).

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Low Level Memory Card FormattingPerform low level formatting when you think that the recording/reading speed of a memory card has dropped.Performing a low-level format on a memory card erases all data on the memory card. As you cannot retrieve the erased data, exercise adequate caution before performing a low-level format.


2 Choose [Format].● Press the qr buttons to choose the 3 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Format],


3 Perform the low level format.● Press the op buttons to choose [Low

Level Format], then press the qr buttons to display .

● Press the opqr buttons to choose [OK], then press the m button.

A confirmation screen will appear.● Press the op buttons to choose [OK], then

press the m button. Low level formatting starts.

About low level formattingIf the [Memory card error] message appears, or if the camera does not work correctly, performing a low level format may solve the problem. Copy the images from the memory card to a computer or other device before performing a low level format.

• Low level formatting may take longer than standard formatting, since all recorded data are erased.

• You can stop a low level format of a memory card by choosing [Stop]. When stopping low level formatting, the data will be erased but the memory card can be used without problem.

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3Shooting in Special

Conditions and Commonly Used Functions

This chapter explains how to shoot in different conditions, as well as how to use common functions, such as the self-timer.

• When you choose a Shooting mode that matches a particular set of conditions, the camera will automatically select any necessary settings. All you need do is press the shutter button to take an optimized picture.

• This chapter assumes » mode is set for “Turning the Flash Off” (p. 53) to “Using the Self-Timer” (p. 57). When shooting in a mode other than » mode, check which functions are available in that mode (pp. 120 – 123).

• “Using the Face Self-Timer” (p. 58) assumes that " has been chosen. Press the button and then the qr buttons to choose K mode, then press the op buttons to choose ".

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Shooting in Various ConditionsThe camera will select the necessary settings for the conditions in which you wish to shoot when you choose the matching mode.

1 Choose the Shooting mode.● Press the button.● Press the qr buttons to choose K, then

press the op buttons to choose the type of scene you want to shoot.


2 Shoot.

I Take portraits (Portrait)● Produces a soft effect when photographing

people.

F Take snapshots at night (Night Snapshot)● Lets you take beautiful snapshots of city

nightscapes or people against night backgrounds.

● If you hold the camera firmly, you can take pictures with reduced camera shake, even without a tripod.

V Take shots of kids and pets (Kids&Pets)● Lets you capture subjects that move around,

such as children and pets, without missing photo opportunities.

Shooting in Various Conditions

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’ Take indoor shots (Indoor)● Lets you shoot indoors with natural colors.

Take shots in low light conditions (Low Light)● Depending on the scene, the ISO speed will

be set higher and the shutter speed faster than in » mode so that you can shoot in dark places with reduced camera shake and subject blur.

● A recording pixel setting of will display, and the image will be fixed at 1600 x 1200 pixels.

w Take shots of people at the beach (Beach)● Lets you take shots of brightly lit people on

sandy beaches where the reflected sunlight is strong.

OTake shots of foliage (Foliage)● Lets you shoot trees and leaves, such as

new growth, autumn leaves or blossoms, in vivid colors.

PTake shots of people in snow (Snow)● Lets you take bright, natural-colored shots of

people against snowy backgrounds.

Shooting in Various Conditions

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UShoot sunsets (Sunset) ● Lets you take shots of sunsets in vivid

colors.

tTake shots of fireworks (Fireworks)● Lets you take shots of fireworks in vivid

colors.

● Adding Effects and Shooting Shoot images with vivid colors (Super Vivid)● Lets you take shots with vivid, intense

colors.

Take posterized shots (Poster Effect)● Lets you take shots that look like an old

poster or illustration.

In t mode, attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image.

In F, V or ’ mode, images may appear coarse because the ISO speed (p. 64) is increased to match the shooting conditions.

Since you may not achieve the expected results with images shot in and , try taking some test shots first.

Turning the Flash Off

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Turning the Flash OffYou can shoot with the flash turned off.

1 Press the r button.

2 Choose !.● Press the qr buttons to choose !, then

press the m button. Once set, ! will appear on the screen.● To turn the flash back on, follow the steps

above to return the setting to .

Modes for other scenesIn addition to the modes explained here, the following scene modes are also available.• " Face Self-Timer (p. 58) • ≈ Long Shutter (p. 78)

What if a flashing appears?When you press the shutter button halfway in low light conditions where camera shake is likely, a flashing will appear on the screen. Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent it from moving.

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Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

You can use the digital zoom to zoom up to a maximum equivalent of 13x and capture subjects that are too far away for the optical zoom to enlarge. The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the recording pixel setting (p. 62) and the zoom factor used.

1 Press the zoom button toward i.● Hold the button until zooming stops. The zoom will stop when the largest

possible zoom factor without image deterioration has been reached, and the zoom factor will appear when you release the zoom button.

2 Press it toward i again. The digital zoom will zoom in even further on

the subject.

What if the zoom factor appears in blue?Images shot at zoom factors that appear in blue will be coarse.

Turning off the digital zoomTo turn off the digital zoom, press the n button, choose the 4 tab, and choose [Digital Zoom] and the [Off] option.

The focal length when using the optical zoom is 37 – 122 mm, and the focal length when using the digital zoom is 37 – 488 mm (35mm film equivalent).

Zooming in Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom)

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● Digital Tele-ConverterThe focal length of the lens can be increased by an equivalent of 1.4x or 2.3x. This enables a faster shutter speed and less chance of camera shake than the zoom (including digital zoom) used by itself at the same zoom factor.The images may appear coarse, however, depending on the combination of recording pixel (p. 62) and digital tele-converter settings used.

1 Choose [Digital Zoom].● Press the n button.● Press the qr buttons to choose the 4 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Digital

Zoom].

2 Accept the setting.● Press the qr buttons to choose a

magnification.● Pressing the n button will restore the

shooting screen. The view will be enlarged and the zoom

factor will appear on the screen.● To return to standard digital zoom, choose

[Digital Zoom] and the [Standard] option.

What if the zoom factor appears in blue?• Using [1.4x] at a recording pixel setting of or will cause image

deterioration (the zoom factor will appear in blue). • Using [2.3x] at a recording pixel setting of , or will cause

image deterioration (the zoom factor will appear in blue).

• The respective equivalent focal lengths when using [1.4x] and [2.3x] are 51.8 – 171 mm and 85.1 – 281 mm (35mm film equivalent).

• The digital tele-converter cannot be used together with the digital zoom.

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Inserting the Date and TimeYou can insert the shooting date and time in the lower right corner of an image. Once inserted, however, they cannot be deleted. Be sure to check beforehand that the date and time are correctly set (p. 17).

1 Choose [Date Stamp].● Press the n button.● Press the qr buttons to choose the 4 tab.● Press the op buttons to choose [Date

Stamp].

2 Accept the setting.● Press the qr buttons to choose [Date] or

[Date & Time].● Pressing the n button will restore the

shooting screen. Once set, [DATE] will appear on the screen.

3 Shoot. The shooting date or time will be recorded in

the image’s lower right corner.● To restore to the original setting, choose

[Off] in Step 2.

You can insert and print the shooting date in images which do not have an embedded date and time as follows. However, if you do this for images with an embedded date and time, the date and time will be printed twice.• Use the DPOF print settings (p. 98) to print.• Use the included software to print.

Refer to the Software Guide for details.• Print using printer functions.

Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details.

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Using the Self-TimerThe self-timer can be used to shoot a group photo that includes the photographer. The camera will activate approximately 10 seconds after the shutter button is pressed.

1 Press the p button.

2 Choose Ò.● Press the op buttons to choose Ò, then

press the m button. Once set, Ò will appear on the screen.

3 Shoot.● Press the shutter button halfway to focus on

the subject, then press it fully. When the self-timer starts, the lamp blinks

and the self-timer sound plays. Two seconds before the shutter releases,

the lamp and sound speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire).

● To cancel shooting with the timer after countdown has started, press the p button.

● To restore the original setting, choose in Step 2.

You can change the delay time and number of shots (p. 68).

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Using the Face Self-Timer To take a photo that includes the photographer, such a group photo, compose the shot, and press the shutter button. The camera will shoot two seconds after you enter the shot and it detects your face (p. 72).

1 Choose ".● Follow Step 1 on p. 50 and choose ".

2 Compose the shot and press the shutter button halfway.● Make sure a green frame appears on the

face focused on and white frames appear on other faces.

3 Press the shutter button fully. The camera will enter shooting stand-by,

and [Look straight at camera to start count down] will appear on the screen.

The lamp will blink and the self-timer sound will play.

4 Join the subjects and look at the camera. When the camera detects a new face, the

lamp and sound will speed up (the lamp remains lit when the flash will fire), and two seconds later the shutter will release.

● To cancel the countdown after the timer has started, press the p button.

Changing the number of shotsFor the screen in Step 1, press and hold the n button for a few seconds, then press the qr buttons to change the number of shots. Press the m button to accept the setting.

Even if your face is not detected after joining the subjects, the shutter will release approximately 15 seconds later.

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4Choosing Settings YourselfIn this chapter you will learn how to use the various functions in G mode to progressively advance your shooting skills.

• This chapter assumes that G mode has been chosen by pressing the button, then the qr buttons.

• G stands for Program AE.• Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in

modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 120 – 123).

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Shooting in Program AEYou can choose the settings for various functions to suit your preferences.AE stands for Auto Exposure.

1 Enter G mode (p. 40).● After pressing the button, press the qr

buttons to choose G, then press the m button.

2 Adjust the settings according to your purposes (pp. 60 – 68).

3 Shoot.

Adjusting the Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

You can adjust the standard exposure set by the camera in 1/3-stop increments in the range of –2 to +2.

1 Enter Exposure Compensation mode.● Press the o button.

2 Adjust the brightness.● While watching the screen, press the qr

buttons to adjust the brightness and press the m button.

The exposure compensation amount will appear on the screen.

What if the shutter speed and aperture value appear in orange?If a correct exposure cannot be obtained when pressing the shutter button halfway, the shutter speed and aperture value are shown in orange. Try the following settings to obtain the correct exposure.• Turn on the flash (p. 61)• Choose a higher ISO speed (p. 64)

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Turning the Flash OnYou can make the flash fire every time you shoot. The flash range is approximately 30 cm – 3.0 m (12 in. – 9.8 ft.) from the end of the lens (when the zoom button is pressed toward j and held until the lens stops moving, which is the maximum wide angle setting of the lens), approximately 30 cm – 2.0 m (12 in. – 6.6 ft.) (when the zoom button is pressed toward i and held until the lens stops moving, which is the maximum telephoto setting of the lens).

Choose h.● After pressing the r button, press the qr

buttons to choose h, then press the m button.

Once set, h will appear on the screen.

Shooting Close-ups (Macro)You can shoot an object at a close distance or even shoot extreme close-ups of it. The shooting range (focusing zone) is approximately 1 – 50 cm (0.4 in. – 1.6 ft.) from the end of the lens (when the zoom button is pressed toward j and held until the lens stops moving, which is the maximum wide angle setting of the lens).

Choose e.● After pressing the q button, press the qr

buttons to choose e, then press the m button.

Once set, e will appear on the screen.

The edges of the image may darken if the flash fires.

How can I take better close-ups?• Try attaching the camera to a tripod and shooting in Î, to prevent the

camera from moving and blurring the image (p. 68).• You can reduce the AF frame size when you want to focus on a specific

portion of the subject (p. 73).

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Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity)When it is difficult to focus because your shot contains subjects that are both near and far, you can change the focus range (the distance range from your subject) to focus more reliably on far away subjects (approx. 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) or more) only.

Choose u.● After pressing the q button, press the qr

buttons to choose u, then press the m button.

Once set, u will appear on the screen.

Changing the Recording Pixel Setting (Image Size)

You can choose from six recording pixels (image size) settings.

1 Choose the recording pixel setting.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .

2 Choose an option.● Press the qr buttons to choose an option,

then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the

screen.

If you choose , you cannot use Digital Zoom (p. 54) or Digital Tele-Converter (p. 55).

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Changing the Compression Ratio (Image Quality)

You can choose from the following two levels of compression ratio (image quality): (Fine), (Normal).

1 Choose the compression ratio setting.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .


then press the m button. The setting you chose will appear on the

screen.

Approximate Values for Recording Pixels and Compression Ratio

• The values in the table are measured according to Canon standards and may change depending on the subject, memory card and camera settings.

Recording PixelsCompression

Ratio

Single Image Data Size

(Approx. KB)

Number of Recordable Images

4 GB 16 GB

(Large)10M/3648 x 2736

2565 1471 6026

1226 3017 12354

(Medium 1)6M/2816 x 2112

1620 2320 9503

780 4641 19007

(Medium 2)4M/2272 x 1704

1116 3352 13727

556 6352 26010

(Medium 3)2M/1600 x 1200

558 6352 26010

278 12069 49420

(Small)0.3M/640 x 480

150 20116 82367

84 30174 123550

(Widescreen) 3648 x 2048

1920 1978 8101

918 4022 16473

Changing the ISO Speed

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Approximate Values for Paper Size● Suitable for sending images as e-mail

attachments.● For printing on wide size paper.

Changing the ISO Speed

1 Choose the ISO speed.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .


then press the m button. The setting you chose will display on the

screen.

A2

A3

5" x 7"Postcard size3.5" x 5"

A4, Letter size

Automatically adjusts the ISO speed to the Shooting mode and shooting conditions.

Low

High

Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting.

Cloudy, Twilight

Nightscapes, Dark interiors

Changing the ISO speed• Lowering the ISO speed results in sharper images, but there may be an

increased chance of image blurring in certain shooting conditions.• Raising the ISO speed results in a faster shutter speed, reducing

camera shake and letting the flash reach greater distances to the subject. The images, however, will appear coarse.

• When the camera is set to , you can press the shutter button halfway to display the automatically set ISO speed.

• In (p. 51), ISO speeds will automatically be set higher than in » mode, depending on the scene.

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Adjusting the White BalanceThe white balance (WB) function sets the optimal white balance for natural looking colors to match the shooting conditions.

1 Choose the white balance function.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .



screen.

● Custom White BalanceYou can adjust the white balance to the light source at the shooting location.Make sure that you set the white balance under the light source of the actual scene you will shoot.

● In Step 2 above, choose .● Make sure the entire screen is filled with a

plain, white colored subject, then press the n button.

The tint on the screen will change after recording the white balance data.

AutoAutomatically sets the optimal white balance for the shooting conditions.

Day Light Fine weather conditions, outdoor shooting

Cloudy Cloudy, shady, twilight conditions

Tungsten Tungsten, bulb-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting

FluorescentWarm-white fluorescent, cool-white fluorescent, warm-white-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting

Fluorescent HDaylight fluorescent, daylight-type (3-wavelength) fluorescent lighting

Custom Manually sets a custom white balance.

If you change camera settings after recording white balance data, the tone may not turn out properly.

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Continuous ShootingYou can shoot continuously at a maximum speed of approximately 0.9 images/second while the shutter button is pressed fully and held.

1 Choose a Drive mode.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .

2 Choose an option.● Press the qr buttons to choose W, then

press the m button.

3 Shoot. As long as you hold the shutter button down,

the camera will shoot successive images.

• Cannot be used with the self-timer (pp. 57, 68).• Continuous shooting speed increases in mode (p. 51).• For continuous shooting, the focus and exposure are locked when the

shutter button is pressed halfway.• For a certain interval, images may not be recorded, and the shooting

speed for may slow down depending on the shooting conditions and the camera settings.

• As the number of images increases, the shooting speed may slow down.

• If the flash fires, the shooting speed may slow down.

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Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors)

You can change the tone of an image to sepia or black and white when shooting.

1 Choose My Colors.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .



screen.

● Custom ColorThe contrast, sharpness, and color saturation in an image can be chosen and set at 5 different levels.

● Follow Step 2 above to choose , then press the n button.

● Press the op buttons to choose an option, then press the qr buttons to choose a value.

● The more to the right, the stronger/deeper the effect gets, the more to the left, the weaker/lighter the effect gets.

● Press the n button to accept the setting.

My Colors Off —

VividEmphasizes the contrast and color saturation for a vivid impression.

Neutral Tones down the contrast and color saturation for neutral hues.

Sepia Sepia tones.

B/W Black and white.

Custom ColorYou can adjust contrast, sharpness, and color saturation etc. to your preference.

The white balance cannot be set in the and modes (p. 65).

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Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer

The camera will shoot approximately two seconds after the shutter button is pressed, avoiding any camera shake that occurs when pressing the shutter button.

Choose Î.● After pressing the p button, press the op

buttons to choose Î, then press the m button.

Once set, Î will appear on the screen.● Follow Step 3 on p. 57 to shoot.

Customizing the Self-TimerYou can set the time delay (0 – 30 seconds) and the number of shots (1 – 10 shots).

1 Choose $.● After pressing the p button, press the op

buttons to choose $, then press the n button.

2 Choose the settings.● Press the op buttons to choose [Delay] or

[Shots].● Press the qr buttons to choose a value,

then press the m button.● Follow Step 3 on p. 57 to shoot.

What if the number of shots is set to two or more shots?• Exposure and white balance settings are set with the first shot.• When you set the time delay for more than two seconds, the self-timer

lamp and sound speed up two seconds before the shutter releases (when the flash will fire, the lamp lights).

Shooting Using a TV Monitor

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Shooting Using a TV MonitorYou can use a TV to display the camera screen content while shooting.• Connect the camera to a TV as described in “Viewing Images on a TV”

(p. 89).• Shooting procedures are the same as when using the camera screen.

Changing the Composition with the Focus Lock

While you keep the shutter button pressed halfway, the focus and exposure are locked. You can now recompose and shoot. This is called Focus Lock.

1 Focus.● Center the subject you want in focus, and

press the shutter button halfway.● Confirm that the AF Frame is green.

2 Recompose.● Keep the shutter button pressed halfway

and recompose the scene.

3 Shoot.● Press the shutter button fully.

• If the flash fires, the shooting interval may be longer.• If you set a high number of shots, the shooting interval may be longer.• If the memory card becomes full, shooting stops automatically.

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5Getting More Out of Your

CameraThis chapter serves as the advanced version of Chapter 4 and explains how to take pictures using various functions.

• This chapter assumes that G mode has been chosen by pressing the button, then the qr buttons.

• “Shooting Long Exposures” (p. 78) assumes you have set the camera to ≈ mode. To set this mode, press the button, and press the qr buttons to choose K mode, then press the op buttons to choose ≈ mode.

• Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 120 – 123).

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Changing the AF Frame ModeYou can change the AF (Auto Focus) frame mode to match the conditions you want to shoot.

Choose [AF Frame].● Press the n button, choose the 4 tab,

and then choose the [AF Frame] menu item. Press the qr buttons to choose an option.

● Face AiAF• Detects people’s faces and sets the focus, exposure (evaluative metering

only) and white balance ( only).• When the camera is pointed at subjects, a white frame appears on the

face the camera judges to be the main subject, and gray frames (max. 2) will appear on other faces.

• A frame will follow a detected face that is moving within a certain range.• When the shutter button is pressed halfway, up to 9 green frames will

appear on faces on which the camera focuses.

● CenterThe AF frame is locked to the center. This is effective for focusing on a specific point.

• If a face is not detected and only gray frames (no white frame) appear, up to 9 green frames ( ), or up to 5 green frames ( ) will appear on the areas the camera focuses on when the shutter button is pressed halfway.

• Examples of faces that cannot be detected:

• The camera may mistakenly identify non-human subjects as a face.• If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway,

the AF frame will not appear.

• Subjects that are far away or extremely close.• Subjects that are dark or light.• Faces turned to the side or at a diagonal, or faces with a portion hidden.

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Magnifying the Focal PointIf you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will magnify and you can check the focus.

1 Choose [AF-Point Zoom].● Press the n button, choose the 4 tab,

and then choose the [AF-Point Zoom] menu item. Press the qr buttons to choose [On].

2 Check the focus.● Press the shutter button halfway. In [Face AiAF] (p. 72), the face detected as

the main subject will appear magnified. In [Center] (p. 72), the contents of the center

AF frame will appear magnified.

You can reduce the AF frame size• Press the n button, choose the 4 tab, then choose the [AF

Frame Size] menu item and [Small] option.• The setting is configured to [Normal] when the Digital Zoom (p. 54) or

Digital Tele-converter (p. 55) is used.

If the camera cannot focus when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame will turn yellow and will appear on the screen.

What if the display does not magnify?The display will not appear magnified in [Face AiAF] if a face cannot be detected or is too big in relation to the screen. In [Center], it will not appear magnified if the camera cannot focus.

The magnified display will not appear when using Digital Zoom (p. 54) or Digital Tele-converter (p. 55) or when connected to a TV (p. 89).

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Shooting with the AF LockThe focus can be locked. After locking the focus, the focal distance will not change even when you release your finger from the shutter button.

1 Lock the focus.● Keep the shutter button pressed halfway

and press the q button. The focus locks and % appears on the

screen.● If you release your finger from the shutter

button and press the q button again, % will disappear and the focus will unlock.

2 Compose the scene and shoot.

Changing the Metering ModeYou can change the Metering mode (brightness measuring function) to match the shooting conditions.

1 Choose the Metering mode.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .


then press the m button. The setting will appear on the screen.

EvaluativeSuitable for standard shooting conditions, including back lit shots. Automatically adjusts the exposure to match the shooting conditions.

Center Weighted Avg.

Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the center.

Spot Only meters within the (Spot AE Point frame).

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Shooting with the AE LockYou can lock the exposure and shoot, or set the focus and exposure separately to shoot.AE stands for “Auto Exposure”.

1 Lock the exposure.● Point the camera toward the subject and

press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway.

When & appears on the screen, the exposure will be locked.

● If you release your finger from the shutter button and press the o button again, & will disappear and the AE will unlock.


Shooting with the FE LockJust as with the AE lock, you can lock the exposure for shooting with the flash.FE stands for “Flash Exposure”.

1 Choose h (p. 61).

2 Lock the flash exposure.● Point the camera toward the subject and

press the o button while pressing the shutter button halfway.

The flash will fire and when ( appears on the screen, the flash output will be retained.

● If you release your finger from the shutter button and press the o button again, ( will disappear and the FE will unlock.


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Shooting with Slow SynchroYou can make the main subject, such as people, appear bright by having the camera provide the appropriate illumination with the flash. At the same time, you can use a slow shutter speed to brighten the background that the light from the flash cannot reach.

1 Choose ….● After pressing the r button, press the qr

buttons to choose …, then press the m button again.

Once set, … will appear on the screen.

2 Shoot.● Even if the flash fires, ensure that the

subject does not move until the shutter sound ends.

Attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image.

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Red-Eye CorrectionYou can automatically correct red-eye that occurs in images taken with the flash.

1 Choose [Flash Settings].● Press the n button, choose [Flash

Settings] from the 4 tab and press the m button.

2 Adjust the setting.● Press the op buttons to choose [Red-Eye

Corr.] and press the qr buttons to choose [On].

Once set, Œ will appear on the screen.

Red-eye correction may be applied to areas other than red eyes. For example, when red make-up has been used around eyes.

• You can correct recorded images (p. 93).• You can also display the screen in Step 2 by pressing the r button,

then the n button.

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Shooting Long ExposuresYou can set the shutter speed to a range between 1 and 15 seconds to shoot long exposures. However, you should attach the camera to a tripod to prevent the camera from moving and blurring the image.

1 Choose ≈.● Follow Steps 1 – 2 on p. 50 to choose ≈.

2 Choose the shutter speed.● Press the o button.● Press the qr buttons to select the shutter

speed, then press the m button.

3 Confirm the exposure.● When you press the shutter button halfway,

the exposure for the chosen shutter speed will appear on the screen.

• The brightness of the image may differ from the brightness of the screen in Step 3 when the shutter button was pressed halfway.

• When shutter speeds of 1.3 seconds or slower are used, images are processed to eliminate noise after being taken. A certain amount of processing time may be needed before you can take the next shot.

If the flash fires, the image may be overexposed. If this happens, set the flash to ! and shoot.

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6Using Various Functions for

Shooting MoviesThis chapter provides more advanced information than the “Shooting Movies” and “Viewing Movies” sections of Chapter 1.

• This chapter assumes that E mode has been chosen by pressing the button, then the qr buttons.

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Changing the Image QualityYou can choose between three image quality settings.

1 Choose the image quality setting.● After pressing the m button, press the op

buttons to choose .


and press the m button. The setting will display on the screen.

Image Quality Table

Estimated Shooting Time

• Based on Canon’s testing standards.• Recording will automatically stop when either the clip file size reaches 4 GB or the

recording time reaches approximately 1 hour.• Recording may stop even if the maximum clip length has not been reached on some

memory cards. SD Speed Class 4 or higher memory cards are recommended.

Image Quality (Recording Pixels/Frame Rate)

Content

640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. For shooting standard quality movies.

640 x 480 pixels, 30 frames/sec. LPThe image quality will appear coarse when compared with , but you can record twice the length.

320 x 240 pixels, 30 frames/sec.

Since the number of the recording pixels is smaller, the image quality will appear coarse when compared with , but you can record three times the length.

Image QualityShooting Time

4 GB 16 GB

32 min. 26 sec. 2 hrs. 12 min. 50 sec.

1 hr. 2 min. 51 sec. 4 hrs. 17 min. 23 sec.

1 hr. 31 min. 25 sec. 6 hrs. 14 min. 23 sec.

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AE Lock/Exposure ShiftYou can lock the exposure or change it in 1/3 steps within a range of ±2 before shooting.

1 Focus.● Press the shutter button halfway to focus.

2 Lock the exposure.● After releasing the shutter button, press the

o button to lock the exposure. The exposure shift bar appears.

● Press the o button again to release the lock.

3 Change the exposure.● While watching the screen, press the qr

buttons to adjust the brightness.

4 Shoot.

Other Shooting FunctionsThe following functions can be used in the same way as for still images.• Zooming in More Closely on Subjects (Digital Zoom) (p. 54)

You can use the digital zoom while shooting, but the optical zoom cannot be used. If you want to shoot at the maximum zoom factor, you should adjust the optical zoom to the maximum before shooting.The sounds from zoom operation will be recorded.

• Using the Self-Timer (p. 57)• Shooting Close-ups (Macro) (p. 61)• Shooting Far Away Subjects (Infinity) (p. 62)• Adjusting the White Balance (p. 65)• Changing the Tone of an Image (My Colors) (p. 67)• Shooting Using the Two Second Self-Timer (p. 68)• Shooting Using a TV Monitor (p. 69)• Shooting with the AF Lock (p. 74)• Turning off the AF Assist Beam (p. 105)• Displaying the Overlay (p. 107)

[3:2 Guide] is not available.

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Playback FunctionsThe following functions can be used in the same way as for still images.• Erasing Images (p. 27)• Quickly Searching Images (p. 84)• Searching for Images Using the Jump Display (p. 85)• Viewing Slideshows (p. 86)• Changing Image Transitions (p. 88)• Viewing Images on a TV (p. 89)• Protecting Images (p. 90)• Erasing All Images (p. 91)• Rotating Images (p. 91)

Summary of Movie Control Panel in “Viewing Movies” (p. 31)

Ú Exit

Playback

Slow Motion Playback (you can use the qr buttons to adjust the speed. Sound will not play back.)

Display the first frame

Previous frame (Rewind if you hold down the m button.)

Next frame (Fast forward if you hold down the m button.)

Display the last frame

Appears when connected to a PictBridge compliant printer (p. 96).Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details.

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7Using Various Playback and

Editing FunctionsThis chapter explains various ways to play back and edit images.

• Press the 1 button to enter Playback mode before operating the camera.

• It may not be possible to play back or edit images that have been edited on a computer, had their file name changed, or have been taken on a different camera.

• The edit function (pp. 92 – 93) cannot be used if the memory card does not have free space available.

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Quickly Searching Images

● Searching Images Using Index Display Displaying multiple images at a time lets you quickly find the image you want.

1 Press the zoom button toward g. Images will display in an index. ● Press the zoom button toward g to

increase the number of images. The number of images increases each time you press the button.

● Press the zoom button toward k to reduce the number of images. The number of images will reduce each time you press the button.

2 Choose an image.● Press the opqr buttons to choose an

image. An orange frame appears on the chosen

image.● Press the m button to display the chosen

image by itself.

Searching from a large number of imagesBy repeatedly pressing the zoom button toward g, you can display an index of up to 100 images. If you press the zoom button toward g again, an orange frame appears around all of the images and you can quickly search by pressing the op buttons to switch between sets of 100 images.

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Searching for Images Using the Jump Display

When there are many images on the memory card, you can search them by a specified method or image unit.

1 Choose a jump method.● In Single Image Playback, press the o

button. The search method and the position of the

currently displayed image will appear at the bottom of the screen.

● Press the op buttons to choose the desired search method.

2 Switch images.● Press the qr buttons. The camera will use the chosen search

method to jump to an image.● To return to Single Image Playback, press

the n button.

• The number of images matching the search filter will display on the right side of the screen except for and .

Position of currently displayed image

Jump 10 Images Jumps over 10 images at a time.

Jump 100 Images Jumps over 100 images at a time.

Jump Shot Date Jumps to the first image in each shooting date group.

Jump to first Jumps to still images only.

Jump to Movie Jumps to a movie.

If there are no images matching the jump method, the qr buttons will not function.

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Viewing SlideshowsYou can automatically play back images recorded to a memory card.

1 Choose [Slideshow].● Press the n button, choose

[Slideshow] from the 1 tab and press the m button.

2 Make the setting.● Press the op buttons to choose an item,

and press the qr buttons to adjust the setting.

3 Choose [Start].● Press the op buttons to choose [Start],

then press the m button. The slideshow will start a few seconds after

[Loading image…] displays.● You can pause/restart a slideshow by

pressing the m button again.● Press the n button to stop the

slideshow.

Repeat Repeats playback of images

Play Time Display time for each image

EffectTransition effects when switching between images

• If you press the qr buttons during playback, the image will switch. If you keep the qr buttons pressed, you can fast-forward through images.

• The power saving function does not work during slideshows (p. 43).

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Checking the FocusYou can magnify the area of a recorded image that was inside the AF Frame, or the area of a face that was detected, to check the focus.

1 Choose [Focus Check].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab

and [Info Display].● Press the qr buttons to choose [Focus

Check], then press the n button. A white frame will appear where the AF

frame or face was when the focus was set. A gray frame will appear on a face detected

during playback. The area within the orange frame appears

magnified.

2 Switch frames.● Pressing the m button will switch to a

different frame.

3 Change the magnification level or location.● Press the zoom button toward k.● Press the zoom button to change the

magnification level, and press the opqr buttons to change the display position while checking the focus.

● Pressing the n button resets the display to Step 1.

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Magnifying ImagesPress the zoom button toward k.● The display will zoom in on the image and

will appear on the screen. If you continue to hold the zoom button, it will continue to zoom in up to a maximum factor of 10x.

● If you press the opqr buttons, you can move the location of the displayed area.

● Press the zoom button toward g to zoom out, or continue to hold it to return to Single Image Playback.

● When appears on the screen, press the m button to switch to . Press the qr buttons to switch between images in the zoomed state. Press the m button again to return to .

Changing Image TransitionsYou can choose from two transition effects when switching between images in Single Image Playback.

Choose [Transition].● Press the n button and choose the 1

tab, then choose [Transition] and press the qr buttons to choose an option.

Approximate Location of Displayed Area

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Viewing Images on a TVUsing the supplied AV Cable (p. 2), you can connect the camera to a TV to view images you have shot.

1 Turn off the camera and TV.

2 Connect the camera to the TV.● Open the camera’s terminal cover and fully

insert the cable plug into the camera’s terminal.

● Insert the cable plug fully into the video input terminals as shown in the illustration.

3 Turn on the TV and switch it to the input to which the cable is connected.

4 Turn on the camera.● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. The image will appear on the TV (nothing

will appear on the screen of the camera).● After you finish, turn off the camera and TV,

and unplug the cable.

Yellow

Yellow

Black

White or Black

What if the images don’t properly display on the TV?Images will not display correctly if the camera’s video output setting (NTSC/PAL) does not match the TV system. Press the n button, choose the 3 tab and [Video System] to switch to the correct video system.

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Protecting ImagesYou can protect important images so that they cannot be accidentally erased with the camera (pp. 27, 91).

1 Choose [Protect].● Press the n button, choose [Protect] in

the 1 tab, and then press the m button.

2 Choose an image.● Press the qr buttons to choose an image,

then press the m button. will appear on the screen.● If you press the m button again, will

disappear.● To protect additional images, repeat the

above procedure.

3 Protect images.● If you press the n button, a

confirmation screen will appear.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then

press the m button. The images will be protected.

• If you format the memory card (pp. 20, 48), protected images will also be erased.

• If you switch Shooting modes or turn off the power before performing the operations in Step 3, images will not be protected.

Protected images cannot be erased with the camera’s erase function. To erase an image, cancel protection first.

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Erasing All ImagesYou can erase all images at once. Since erased images cannot be recovered, exercise adequate caution before erasing. Protected images (p. 90) cannot be erased.

1 Choose [Erase all].● Press the n button, choose [Erase all]

in the 1 tab, and press the m button.

2 Erase all images.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then

press the m button. All images will be erased.● Pressing the n button will restore the

menu screen.

Rotating ImagesYou can change the orientation of an image and save it.

1 Choose [Rotate].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab

and [Rotate], and press the m button.

2 Rotate the image.● Press the qr buttons to choose an image. The image will rotate 90° with each press of

the m button.● Pressing the n button will restore the

menu screen.

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Resizing ImagesYou can resize images to a lower pixel setting and save the resized image as a separate file.

1 Choose [Resize].● Press the n button and choose the 1

tab, then choose [Resize] and press the m button.

2 Choose an image.● Press the qr buttons to choose the image

and press the m button.

3 Choose an image size.● Press the qr buttons to choose an option,

then press the m button. The [Save new image?] screen will appear.

4 Save the new image.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and

press the m button. The image will be saved as a new file.

5 Display the new image.● When you press the n button, the

[Display new image?] screen will appear.● Press the qr buttons to choose [Yes], and

press the m button. The saved image will be displayed.

• You cannot resize an image to a larger size.• Images recorded at a pixel setting of (p. 63), or saved as in

Step 3 cannot be edited.

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Correcting the Red-Eye EffectYou can automatically correct red eyes in images and save them as new files.

1 Choose [Red-Eye Correction].● Press the n button, choose the 1 tab

and [Red-Eye Correction], then press the m button.

2 Choose an image.● Press the qr buttons to choose an image.

3 Correct the image.● Press the m button. Red-eye detected by the camera will be

corrected and a frame will appear around the corrected portion.

● You can magnify or reduce the size of the image using the procedures in “Magnifying Images” (p. 88).

4 Save as a new image and display.● Press the opqr buttons to choose [New

File], and press the m button. The image will be saved as a new file.● Follow Step 5 on p. 92.

• Some images may not be properly corrected.• When [Overwrite] in Step 4 is chosen, the uncorrected image is

overwritten with the corrected data, erasing the original image.• Protected images cannot be overwritten.

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8Printing

This chapter explains how to choose images for printing, and print using a PictBridge compliant printer (sold separately, p. 38). Please also refer to the Personal Printing Guide.

SELPHY series Inkjet Printers

Canon-Brand PictBridge Compliant Printers

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Printing ImagesYou can easily print the pictures you take by connecting the camera to a PictBridge compliant printer using the supplied interface cable (p. 2).

1 Turn off the camera and printer.

2 Connect the camera to the printer.● Open the cover, and insert the small end of

the plug firmly into the camera terminal in the direction shown.

● Insert the cable’s larger plug into the printer. For connection details, refer to the user guide provided with the printer.

3 Turn on the printer.

4 Turn on the camera.● Press the 1 button to turn on the camera. will appear on the screen.

5 Choose an image to print.● Press the qr buttons to choose an image,


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6 Print images.● Press the op buttons to choose [Print] and

press the m button. Printing will start.● If you want to print additional images, repeat

Steps 5 and 6 after printing has completed.● After printing has completed, turn off the

camera and printer, and unplug the interface cable.

• Refer to the Personal Printing Guide for details on printing.• Refer to pp. 36, 38 for Canon-brand PictBridge compliant printers.

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Choosing Images for Printing (DPOF)You can choose up to 998 images on a memory card for printing and specify settings such as the number of copies so that they can be printed together or processed at a photo developer service. These selection methods comply with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standards.

● Print SettingsYou can set the print type, date and file number. These settings apply to all images chosen for printing.

1 Choose [Print Settings].● Press the n button and choose the 2

tab, then choose [Print Settings] and press the m button.

2 Adjust the settings.● Press the op buttons to choose a menu

item, then press the qr buttons to choose an option.

● Pressing the n button accepts the settings and restores the menu screen.

Print Type

Standard Prints one image per page.

Index Prints several reduced size images per page.

Both Prints both standard and index formats.

DateOn Prints the shooting date.

Off –

File No.On Prints the file number.

Off –

Clear DPOF data

On Removes all print settings after printing.

Off –

• Some printers or photo developer services may not be able to reflect all of the settings in the output.

• may appear on the screen when using a memory card with print settings set by a different camera. These settings will be overwritten with those set by your camera.

• If [Date] is set to [On], some printers may print the date twice.

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● Choosing the Number of Copies

1 Choose [Select Images & Qty.].● Press the n button and choose the 2

tab, then choose [Select Images & Qty.] and press the m button.

2 Choose an image.● Press the qr buttons to choose an image,

then press the m button. You will be able to set the number of print

copies.● If you choose [Index], appears on the

screen. Pressing the m button again will deselect the image and will disappear.

3 Set the number of prints.● Press the op buttons to set the number of

prints (maximum 99).● Repeat Steps 2 and 3 to choose other

images and the number of prints for each.● You cannot set the number of print copies

for index prints. You can only choose which images to print in Step 2.

● Pressing the n button accepts the settings and restores the menu screen.

● Set All Images to Print Once

1 Choose [Select All Images].● In Step 1 above, choose [Select All Images]

and then press the m button.

2 Make print settings.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK] and

press the m button.

• With [Index] chosen, the [Date] and [File No.] options cannot be set to [On] at the same time.

• The date will be printed in the style set in the [Date/Time] function in the 3 tab (p. 17).

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● Clearing All Selections

1 Choose [Clear All Selections].● In Step 1 on p. 99, choose [Clear All

Selections] and then press the m button.

2 All selections will be cleared.● Press the qr buttons to choose [OK], then

press the m button.

Printing Images with DPOF SettingsThe following examples use the Canon SELPHY series printers.

1 Connect the camera to the printer.● Follow Steps 1 – 4 on p. 96.

2 Print images.● Press the op buttons to choose [Print

now], then press the m button.● Printing will start.

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9Customizing Camera

SettingsYou can customize various settings to suit your shooting preferences. The first part of this chapter explains convenient and commonly used functions. The latter part explains how to change shooting and playback settings to suit your purposes.

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Changing Camera SettingsYou can customize convenient and commonly used functions from the 3 tab (p. 45).

● Turning Off the Start-up ImageYou can turn off the start-up image that displays when you turn on the camera.

● Choose [Start-up Image], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].

● Changing the File Number AssignmentImages you shoot are automatically assigned file numbers in the order they were taken, from 0001 – 9999, and saved to folders of up to 2,000 images.You can change the file number assignment.

● Choose [File Numbering], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.

Continuous

Even if you shoot using a new memory card, the file numbers are assigned consecutively until an image with the number 9999 is taken/saved.

Auto Reset

If you replace the memory card with a new one, or a new folder is created, file numbering begins with 0001 again.

• If you use a memory card already containing images, the newly assigned file numbers may continue the existing numbering for both the [Continuous] and [Auto Reset] settings. If you want to start over with file number 0001, format the memory card before use (p. 20).

• Refer to the Software Guide for information regarding folder structure or image types.

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● Creating Folders by Shooting DateImages are saved into folders created each month, however, you can also create folders by shooting date.

● Choose [Create Folder] and press the qr buttons to choose [Daily].

Images will be saved into folders created on each shooting date.

● Changing the Lens Retract TimeFor safety reasons, the lens retracts about 1 minute after pressing the 1 button when in a Shooting mode (p. 26). If you want the lens to retract immediately when you press the 1 button, set the retract time to [0 sec.].

● Choose [Lens Retract], then press the qr buttons to choose [0 sec.].

● Turning off the Power Saving FunctionYou can set the power saving function (p. 43) to [Off]. Setting it to [On] is recommended to save battery power.

● Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button.

● Press the op buttons to choose [Auto Power Down], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].

● If you set the power saving function to [Off], be sure to turn the camera off after use.

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● Setting the Screen Shut-Off TimeYou can adjust the time the screen takes to shut off automatically (p. 43). This also works when [Auto Power Down] is set to [Off].

● Choose [Power Saving], then press the m button.

● Press the op buttons to choose [Display Off], then press the qr buttons to choose a time.

● In order to save battery power, it is recommended to choose less than [1 min.].

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Changing Shooting Function SettingsYou can set functions in the 4 tab after pressing the button and pressing the qr buttons to choose G (p. 45).

● Turning off the AF Assist BeamThe lamp will automatically light to assist focusing in low light conditions when you press the shutter button halfway. You can turn off the lamp.

● Choose [AF-assist Beam], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].

● Turning Off the Red-Eye Reduction FunctionThe red-eye reduction lamp lights in order to reduce the red-eye effect that occurs when shooting in dark conditions with the flash. You can turn off this function.

● Choose [Flash Settings], then press the m button.

● Press the op buttons to choose [Red-Eye Lamp], then press the qr buttons to choose [Off].

Before attempting to shoot using a function explained in this chapter in modes other than G mode, check if the function is available in those modes (pp. 122 – 123).

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● Changing the Image Display Time Right After Shooting

You can change the length of time the images display after shooting.

● Choose [Review], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.

● Changing the Way the Image Displays Right After Shooting

You can change the way the image displays after shooting.

● Choose [Review Info], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.

2 – 10 sec.Displays images for the set time.

HoldThe image displays until you press the shutter button halfway.

Off No image displays.

Off Displays the image only.

DetailedDisplays detailed information (p. 42).

Focus Check

The area inside the AF frame is magnified, allowing you to check the focus. The procedure is the same as in “Checking the Focus” (p. 87).

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● Displaying the OverlayYou can display gridlines for vertical and horizontal guidance, or a 3:2 guide to confirm the printable area for postcard size prints.

● Choose [Disp. Overlay], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.

Changing Playback Function SettingsYou can adjust the settings in the 1 tab by pressing the 1 button (p. 45).

● Choosing the Image that First Displays in Playback

● Choose [Resume], then press the qr buttons to choose an option.

Grid Lines A grid overlays the display.

3:2 Guide

Gray bars will appear on the top and bottom of the display. This area will not print when printing on paper with a 3:2 aspect ratio.

BothBoth grid lines, and the 3:2 guide will display.

• In mode, you cannot set [3:2 Guide] or [Both].• Grid Lines will not be recorded on the image.• The gray areas displayed with [3:2 Guide] are the areas that will not be

printed. The actual image recorded will include the portion in the gray areas.

Last seenResumes with the image last viewed.

Last shotResumes with the most recently shot image.

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10Useful Information

This chapter introduces how to change the date/time battery, the use of the AC adapter kit (sold separately), troubleshooting tips, and contains lists of functions and things that appear on the screen. The index also appears at the end.

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Replacing the Date/Time BatteryThe life of the date/time battery (back-up battery) is approximately 7 years. If the Date/Time settings screen appears every time the camera is turned on, replace the date/time battery with a new one (CR1220).

1 Turn off the camera.

2 Open the cover and remove the AA batteries (p. 14).

3 Remove the date/time battery holder.

4 Replace the battery.● Insert the battery with (+) and (–) sides

oriented correctly.

5 Insert the battery holder.

6 Insert the batteries and close the cover.

7 Turn on the camera’s power and set the date/time (p. 17).

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Using Household PowerIf you use AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately), you can use the camera without worrying about how much charge is left in the batteries.

1 Turn off the camera.

2 Plug the cord into the camera.● Open the cover and fully insert the plug into

the camera.

3 Connect the power cord.● Connect the power cord to the compact

power adapter, then plug the other end into a power outlet.

● You can turn the camera on to use it.● After you finish, turn off the camera and

unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

Do not unplug the plug or power cord with the camera turned on. This could erase images you have taken or damage the camera.

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Handling Precautions• This camera is a high-precision electronic device. Do not drop it or subject

it to strong impacts.• Never place the camera close to magnets, motors or other devices that

generate strong electromagnetic fields. Exposure to strong magnetic fields may cause malfunctions or corrupt image data.

• If water droplets have fallen onto, or dirt is stuck on the camera or screen, wipe with a dry soft cloth or eyeglass wiper. Do not rub or apply force.

• Never use cleaners containing organic solvents to wipe the camera or screen.

• Use a commercially available blower brush to remove dust from the lens. For stubborn dirt contact the closest Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed in your Warranty System Booklet.

• When you move the camera rapidly from cold to hot temperatures, condensation may form on the internal or external surfaces of the camera. To avoid condensation, put the camera in an airtight, resealable plastic bag and let it adjust to temperature changes slowly before removing it from the bag.

• If condensation has formed, stop using the camera immediately. Continued use may damage the camera. Remove the batteries and memory card, and wait until the moisture has completely evaporated before resuming use.

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TroubleshootingIf you think there is a problem with the camera, first check the following. If the items below do not solve your problem, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk as listed on the included customer support list.

PowerYou pressed the ON/OFF button, but nothing happened.• Confirm that the batteries are properly inserted (p. 14).• Confirm that the batteries are not depleted (p. 16).• Confirm that the memory card/battery cover is securely closed (p. 15).• If the battery terminals are dirty, battery performance will decrease. Clean the

terminals with a cotton swab and re-insert the batteries several times.Batteries are consumed quickly.• Battery performance decreases at low temperatures. Warm the batteries, for

example, by placing them in your pocket, taking care that the terminals do not come into contact with any metal objects.

Lens will not retract.• Do not open the memory card/battery cover while the power is on. After closing

the memory card/battery cover, turn the power on then back off (p. 15).

TV outputImage is distorted or not showing on TV (p. 89).

ShootingCannot shoot.• When in Playback mode (p. 26), press the shutter button halfway (p. 21).Screen does not display properly in dark places (p. 42).Screen does not display properly while shooting.Please note, the following will not be recorded in still images, but will be recorded in movies.• When the camera is subjected to powerful light sources, the display may

darken.• When shooting under fluorescent lighting, the screen may flicker.• When shooting bright light sources, a bar of light (purplish red) may appear on

the screen.The screen turns off and you cannot shoot when you press the shutter button (p. 25).

appears when the shutter button was pressed halfway (p. 53).• Set the flash to h (p. 61).• Increase the ISO speed (p. 64).• Attach the camera to a tripod.

Image is blurred.• Press the shutter button halfway to focus on the subject, then press fully to

shoot (p. 21).

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• Shoot the subject within the focusing distance (p. 126).• Set the [AF-assist Beam] to [On] (p. 105).• Confirm that functions which you do not intend to use (macro, etc.) are not set.• Shoot using the focus lock or AF lock (pp. 69, 74).Even when you press the shutter button halfway, the AF frame does not appear, and the camera does not focus.• If you center on the light and dark contrasting area of the subject and push the

shutter button halfway, or repeatedly push the shutter button halfway, the frame will appear and the camera will focus.

Subject is too dark.• Set the flash to h (p. 61).• Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (p. 60).• Use the AE lock, or spot metering to shoot (pp. 74, 75).Subject is too bright (overexposed).• Set the flash to ! (p. 53).• Adjust the brightness with exposure compensation (p. 60).• Use the AE lock, or spot metering to shoot (pp. 74, 75).• Reduce the light illuminating the subject.Image is dark even though the flash fired (p. 25).• Increase the ISO speed (p. 64).• Shoot within an appropriate distance for flash photography (p. 61).Image taken using the flash is too bright (overexposed).• Shoot within an appropriate distance for flash photography (p. 61).• Set the flash to ! (p. 53).White dots appear on the image when shooting with the flash.• Light from the flash has reflected off dust particles or other objects in the air.Image appears rough or grainy.• Shoot with the ISO speed on a lower setting (p. 64).• Depending on the Shooting mode, when shooting in a high ISO speed the image

may appear rough or grainy (p. 52).Eyes appear red (p. 77).• Set the [Red-Eye Lamp] to [On] (p. 105). When shooting with the flash, the lamp

(on the front of the camera) lights (p. 40), and for approximately 1 second while the camera is reducing red-eye, it is not possible to shoot. It is more effective if the subject is looking directly at the lamp. Even better results can be obtained by increasing the lighting in indoor settings or approaching closer to the subject.

Recording images to the memory card takes a long time, or continuous shooting slows down.• Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 48).When you can’t make settings for shooting functions or FUNC. menu.• The items in which settings can be made differ depending on the shooting

mode. Refer to “Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode” (pp. 120 – 121).

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Shooting moviesCorrect shooting time does not display, or stops.• Format the memory card in the camera, or use a memory card capable of

recording at high speeds. Even when the shooting time does not display properly, the recorded video will be the length that it was actually shot (pp. 20, 30).

appeared on the screen and shooting ended automatically.The camera’s internal memory was insufficient. Try one of the following:• Perform a low-level format of the memory card in the camera (p. 48).• Change the image quality setting (p. 80).• Use a memory card capable of recording at high speeds (p. 80).Zoom does not operate.• You can use the digital zoom while recording, but not the optical zoom (p. 81).

PlaybackCannot play back images or movies.• If the file name or folder structure is changed on a computer, you may not be

able to play back images or movies. Refer to the Software Guide for information regarding folder structure or file names.

Playback stops, or audio cuts out.• Use a memory card that has been formatted on this camera (p. 20).• If you copy a movie to a memory card that reads slowly, playback may interrupt

momentarily.• Depending on its capabilities, when playing movies, the computer may drop

frames or the audio may cut out.

ComputerCannot transfer images to a computer.It may be possible to solve the problem when the camera is connected to the computer via cable by reducing the transfer speed.• Press and hold down the n button, then press and hold the o and m

buttons simultaneously. Choose [B] when it appears on the screen, then press the m button.

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List of Messages That Appear on the Screen

If error messages appear on the screen, try one of the following solutions.No memory card• The memory card is not installed in the correct direction. Install the memory card

in the correct direction (p. 14).Memory card locked• The SD memory card, SDHC memory card or SDXC memory card’s write

protect tab is set to “LOCK”. Unlock the write protect tab (pp. 14, 15).Cannot record!• You attempted to shoot an image without a memory card, or with a memory card

installed incorrectly. Install the memory card in the correct direction to shoot (p. 14).

Memory card error (p. 48)• If the same message appears even when a formatted memory card is installed

in the correct direction, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk.Insufficient space on card• There is not enough free space on the memory card to shoot (pp. 22, 28, 49, 59,

71, 79) or edit images (pp. 92 – 93). Erase the images (pp. 27, 91) to open space for new images, or insert an empty memory card (p. 14).

Change the batteries (p. 14)No Image.• There are no images recorded on the memory card that can be displayed.Protected! (p. 90)Unidentified Image/Incompatible JPEG/Image too large./Cannot play back MOV/RAW• Unsupported images, or images with corrupted data cannot be displayed.• Images manipulated on a computer, that have had their file name changed, or

have been taken with a different camera may not display.Cannot magnify!/Cannot rotate/Cannot modify image/Unselectable image.• Incompatible images cannot be magnified (p. 88), rotated (p. 91), edited (pp. 92

– 93), or added to a print list (p. 98).• Images manipulated on a computer, that have had their file name changed, or

have been taken with a different camera may not be magnified, rotated, edited, or added to a print list.

• Movies cannot be magnified (p. 88).Exceeded selection limit• You chose more than 998 images in print settings. Choose less than 998

images (p. 98).• Print settings could not be saved correctly. Reduce the number of selected

images and try again (p. 98).

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Communication error• Images could not be transferred to the computer or printed due to the large

amount of images (approx. 1000) stored on the memory card. Use a commercially available USB card reader to transfer the images. Insert the memory card into the printer’s card slot to print.

Naming error!• The folder or image could not be created because there is an image with the

same file name as the folder or image that the camera is attempting to create, or the highest possible file number has already been reached. In the 3 menu, change [File Numbering] to [Auto Reset] (p. 102) or format the memory card (p. 20).

Lens Error• This error can occur if you hold the lens while it is in motion or when using it in a

location with excessive dust or sand in the air.• If this error message continues to appear, contact a Canon Customer Support

Help Desk as there may be a problem with the lens.A camera error was detected (Error number)• If an error code appears directly after taking a picture, the shot may not have

been recorded. Check the image in Playback mode.• If this error code reappears, note the Error number (Exx) and contact a Canon

Customer Support Help Desk as there may be a problem with the camera.

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Information Displayed on the Screen

● Shooting (Information Display)

* : Standard, : Held vertically When shooting, the camera detects if it is held vertically or horizontally, and adjusts settings accordingly for the best shot. It also detects orientation during playback, so you can hold the camera in either orientation and it will automatically rotate images for correct viewing.This function may not operate correctly when the camera is pointed straight up or down.

Battery Charge Indicator (p. 16)Camera Orientation*

White Balance (p. 65)My Colors (p. 67)Drive Mode (p. 66)Camera Shake Warning (p. 25)Metering Modes (p. 74)Image Quality (Compression) (p. 63) / Recording Pixels (pp. 62, 80)

Still Images: Recordable Shots (p. 16)Movies: Remaining Time/Elapsed Time (p. 30)Self-Timer (pp. 57, 68)Disp. Overlay (p. 107)Digital Zoom Magnification (p. 54) / Digital Tele-converter (p. 55)Focusing Zone (pp. 61, 62), AF Lock (p. 74)Shooting Mode

Flash Mode (pp. 53, 61, 76)Red-Eye Correction (p. 77)Spot AE Point Frame (p. 74)Date Stamp (p. 56)ISO Speed (p. 64)AE Lock (p. 75), FE Lock (p. 75)Shutter SpeedAperture ValueExposure Compensation (p. 60)AF Frame (p. 23)

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● Playback (Detailed Information Display)

Shooting ModeISO Speed (p. 64)Exposure Compensation (p. 60), Exposure Shift Amount (p. 81)White Balance (p. 65)Histogram (p. 43)Image Editing (pp. 92 – 93)Compression (Image Quality) (p. 63)Recording Pixels (p. 62), AVI (Movies) (p. 80)

Battery Charge Indicator (p. 16)Metering Modes (p. 74)Folder Number – File Number (p. 102)Displayed image number/Total number of imagesShutter SpeedAperture Value, Image Quality (Movies)Flash (p. 61)Focusing Zone (pp. 61, 62)

File Size (pp. 62, 80)Still Images: Recording Pixels (p. 63)Movies: Movie Length (p. 80)Protect (p. 90)My Colors (p. 67)Red-Eye Correction (p. 93)Shooting Date and Time (p. 56)

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Functions Available in Each Shooting Mode

*1 Always [On].*2 Possible settings: 0 – 30 seconds in [Delay], and 1 – 10 shots in [Shots].*3 A recording pixel setting of will display, and the image will be fixed at 1600 x 1200 pixels. The

compression setting (image quality) is selectable.*4 PowerShot A495 only*5 PowerShot A490 only

Shooting modes» G

Function

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AE Lock (p. 75)/FE Lock (p. 75) —

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TV Display (p. 89)

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ISO Speed (p. 64)

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White Balance (p. 65)

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Light Metering (p. 74)

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Menus

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*1 Fixed to [Off].*2 PowerShot A495 only*3 PowerShot A490 only

Shooting modes» G

Function

AF Frame (p. 72)Face AiAF

Center —

AF Frame Size (p. 73) Normal/Small —

Digital Zoom (p. 54)Standard/Off

Digital Tele-converter (1.4x/2.3x)

AF-Point Zoom (p. 73) On/Off

AF-assist Beam (p. 105) On/Off

Flash Settings (pp. 77, 105)Red-Eye Corr. On/Off

Red-Eye Lamp On/Off

Shooting Info (p. 118) On/Off

Review (p. 106) Off/2 – 10 sec./Hold

Review Info (p. 106) Off/Detailed/Focus Check

Disp. Overlay (p. 107)Off/Grid Lines

3:2 Guide/Both

Date Stamp (p. 56) Off/Date/Date & Time

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● 3 Set up Menu

● 1 Playback Menu

Item Options/Summary Ref. Page

Mute On/Off* p. 46

Volume Set all operation sounds (5 levels). p. 46

Start-up Image On*/Off p. 102

Format Formats memory card, erasing all data pp. 20, 48

File Numbering Continuous*/Auto Reset p. 102

Create Folder Monthly*/Daily p. 103

Lens Retract 1 min.*/0 sec. p. 103

Power SavingAuto Power Down: On*/OffDisplay Off: 10, 20 or 30 sec./1*, 2 or 3 min.

pp. 43,103, 104

Date/Time Date and time settings p. 17

Video System NTSC/PAL p. 89

Language Choose display language. p. 19

Reset All Returns camera to default settings. p. 47

* Default setting

Item Options/Summary Ref. Page

Info Display Off*/Standard/Detailed/Focus Check p. 42

Slideshow Plays back images automatically. p. 86

Erase All Erases all images. p. 91

Protect Protects images. p. 90

Rotate Rotates images. p. 91

Red-Eye Correction Corrects red eyes in still images. p. 93

Resize Resizes and saves still images. p. 92

Resume Last seen*/Last shot p. 107

Transition Fade*/Slide/Off p. 88

* Default setting

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● 2 Print MenuItem Options/Summary Ref. Page

Print Displays printing screen. p. 96

Select Images & Qty. Chooses individual images for printing. p. 99

Select All Images Chooses all images for printing. p. 99

Clear All Selections Cancels all settings for printing. p. 100

Print Settings Sets the printing style. p. 98

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SpecificationsCamera Effective Pixels. . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 10.0 millionImage Sensor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2.3 type CCD (Total number of pixels:

Approx. 10.3 million)Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6 (W) – 21.6 (T) mm

35mm film equivalent: 37 (W) – 122 (T) mmf/3.0 (W) – f/5.8 (T)

Optical Zoom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3xDigital Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 4.0x (Up to approx. 13x in combination with

the optical zoom)LCD Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2 cm (2.5 in.) TFT LCD color monitor

Approx. 115,000 dots, Picture coverage approx. 100%AF Frame Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Face AiAF/CenterFocusing Range (from end of lens) . . . . Auto: 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity (W)/25 cm (9.8 in.) –

infinity (T)Normal: 5 cm (2.0 in.) – infinity (W)/25 cm (9.8 in.) – infinity (T)Macro: 1 – 50 cm (0.4 in. – 1.6 ft.) (W)/25 – 50 cm (9.8 in. – 1.6 ft.) (T)Infinity: 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) – infinityKids&Pets: 1.0 m (3.3 ft.) – infinity

Shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mechanical shutter and electronic shutter used together

Shutter Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 – 1/2000 sec.15 – 1/2000 sec. (Total shutter speed range)

Metering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Evaluative, Center-weighted average or SpotExposure Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . ±2 stops in 1/3-stop incrementsISO speed (Standard Output Sensitivity, Recommended Exposure Index) . . . . . . Auto, ISO 80/100/200/400/800/1600White Balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto, Day Light, Cloudy, Tungsten, Fluorescent,

Fluorescent H, CustomBuilt-in Flash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Auto, On, Slow Synchro, Off

* Red-eye reduction/Red-eye correction/FE lock settings available

Built-in Flash Range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 cm – 3.0 m (12 in. – 9.8 ft.) (W)/30 cm – 2.0 m (12 in. – 6.6 ft.) (T)

Shooting Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Shooting Mode: P, Auto, SCN, MovieSCN Mode: Portrait, Night Snapshot, Kids&Pets, Indoor, Face Self-Timer , Low Light, Super Vivid , Poster Effect , Beach, Foliage, Snow, Sunset , Fireworks, Long ShutterMovie Mode: Standard

Continuous Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Normal: Approx. 0.9 images/sec.Low Light: Approx. 2.5 images/sec.

Self-timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 10-sec./Approx. 2-sec. delay, Custom TimerRecording Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SD memory card, SDHC memory card, SDXC memory

card, MultiMediaCard, MMCplus memory card, HC MMCplus memory card

File Format. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Design rule for Camera File system and DPOF compliant

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Data Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Still images: Exif 2.2 (JPEG)Movies: AVI (Image data: Motion JPEG, Audio data: WAVE (Mono))

Number of Recording Pixels(Still images) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Large: 3648 x 2736 pixels

Medium 1: 2816 x 2112 pixelsMedium 2: 2272 x 1704 pixelsMedium 3: 1600 x 1200 pixelsSmall: 640 x 480 pixelsWidescreen: 3648 x 2048 pixels

(Movies) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec.*)640 x 480 pixels (30 frames/sec. LP*)320 x 240 pixels (30 frames/sec.*)* Actual frame rate is 29.97 frames/sec.

Compression (Still images) . . . . . . . . . . Fine, NormalNumber of Possible Shots(CIPA compliant) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 150 imagesPlayback Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single Image, Movie, Magnified Display, Index, Jump,

Magnified, SlideshowEditing Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Erase, Protect, Resize, Rotate, Red-Eye CorrectionDirect Print Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PictBridge compliantInterface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hi-Speed USB (mini-B)

Video/Audio output (NTSC and PAL capable, mono audio)

Communication Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . MTP, PTPPower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 AA alkaline batteries

2 AA NiMH batteries (NB-3AH (sold separately))AC Adapter Kit ACK800 (sold separately)

Operating Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 – 40 °C (32 – 104 °F)Operating Humidity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 – 90%Dimensions (CIPA compliant) . . . . . . . . 93.5 x 61.7 x 30.6 mm (3.68 x 2.43 x 1.20 in.)Weight (CIPA compliant) . . . . . . . . . . . . Approx. 175 g (6.17 oz.) (Including the battery and

memory card)Approx. 130 g (4.60 oz.) (Camera body only)

• All data is based on tests by Canon.• Camera specifications or appearance are subject to change without

notice.

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Index

Numerics

3:2 Guide ............................................... 107

A

AC Adapter Kit ................................ 37, 111

Accessories ............................................. 37

AE Lock ............................................. 75, 81

AF Frames............................................... 23

AF FocusAF Lock.................................................... 74

AV Cable ............................................. 2, 89

B

BatteryBattery and Charger Kit .................. 37Charge Indicator .............................. 16Date/Time Battery.......................... 110Power Saving ................... 43, 103, 104

Beach (Scene Mode) ............................. 51

Black and White Images ........................ 67

C

Camera Shake ........................................ 53

Center ...................................................... 72

Components Guide ................................ 40

Compression Ratio (Image Quality) ..... 63

Continuous Shooting.............................. 66

Custom White Balance .......................... 65

D

Date and TimeAdding to Image............................... 56Changing .......................................... 18Date/Time Battery.......................... 110Settings ............................................. 17

Date/Time Date and TimeDefault Settings ...................................... 47

Deleting ErasingDIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk ........... 2

Digital Tele-Converter ............................ 55

Digital Zoom ........................................... 54

Display Language.................................. 19

Display Overlay.................................... 107

DPOF ...................................................... 98

E

EditingRed-Eye Correction ........................ 93Resizing (Making Images Smaller) ............... 92

EquipmentDefault Settings............................... 47Holding the Camera........................ 13

Erasing All Images................................. 91

Erasing Images................................ 27, 91

Error Messages.................................... 116

ExposureAE Lock...................................... 75, 81Compensation ................................. 60FE Lock............................................ 75Shift .................................................. 81

F

Face AiAF............................................... 72

Face Self-Timer (Scene Mode)............ 58

Factory Settings Default SettingsFE Lock................................................... 75

File Numbering..................................... 102

Fireworks (Scene Mode)....................... 52

FlashOff ..................................................... 53On..................................................... 61Slow Synchro .................................. 76

Focus

AF Frame Mode .............................. 72AF Frames....................................... 23AF Lock............................................ 74AF-Point Zoom................................ 73

Focus Check .......................................... 87

Focus Lock ............................................. 69

Format Memory Card, Formatting

129

Index

Formatting (Memory Card) .............. 20, 48

FUNC. MenuBasic Operations ............................. 44List ................................................... 120

G

Green Leaves/Autumn Foliage (Scene Mode) ......................................... 51

Grid Lines .............................................. 107

H

Histogram ................................................ 43

Household Power ................................. 111

I

Image Quality Compression RatioImages

Display Time................................... 106Editing EditingErasing Images .......................... 27, 91Playback ViewProtect............................................... 90

Indicator ................................................... 41

Indoor (Scene Mode) ............................. 51

Infinity....................................................... 62

Interface Cable.......................................... 2

ISO Speed............................................... 64

K

Kids&Pets (Scene Mode) ...................... 50

L

Lamp .......................................... 40, 57, 105

LCD Monitor ScreenLong Shutter (Scene Mode) .................. 78

Low Light (Scene Mode)........................ 51

M

Macro ....................................................... 61

Magnified Display ................................... 88

Memory Cards ........................................ 14

Available Shots .......................... 16, 63Formatting................................... 20, 48

MenuBasic Operations............................. 45List .................................................. 122

Metering Mode ....................................... 74

MovieImage Quality (Frame Rate) .......... 80Recording Pixels ............................. 80Shooting Time ........................... 30, 80Viewing (Playback) ................... 31, 82

MultiMediaCard/MMCplus/HC MMCplus Memory Card Memory CardMy Colors ............................................... 67

N

Night Snapshot (Scene Mode)............. 50

Number of Shots.............................. 15, 63

O

ON/OFF Button...................................... 40

P

Package Contents ................................... 2

Personal Printing Guide.......................... 2

PictBridge ............................................... 96

Playback Button............................... 26, 41

Playback ViewPlayback With Transition Effects ......... 88

Portrait (Scene Mode) ........................... 50

Postcard Size ......................................... 64

Poster Effect (Scene Mode) ................. 52

Power Saving ......................... 43, 103, 104

Print Settings (DPOF) ........................... 98

Printers.............................................. 38, 96

Printing.................................................... 96

Program AE............................................ 60

Protect..................................................... 90

R

Recording Pixels (Image Size)............. 62

Red-EyeAuto Correction ............................... 77Correction ........................................ 93Reduction....................................... 105

130

Index

Resizing (Making Images Smaller)....... 92

Rotating Images...................................... 91

S

SCN (Scene Mode) ................................ 50

ScreenDisplay Language............................ 19Information Display................ 118, 119Menu Operations ....................... 44, 45Switching the Display ...................... 42

SD/SDHC/SDXC Memory Card Memory CardSelf-Timer

10 second Self-Timer ...................... 57Changing Delay and Number of Shots.............................. 68Face Self-Timer ............................... 58Two Second Self-Timer .................. 68

Sepia Tones ............................................ 67

Shooting Date and Time Date and TimeShooting Using a TV .............................. 69

Shutter Button ......................................... 21

Slideshow ................................................ 86

Snow (Scene Mode)............................... 51

SoftwareDIGITAL CAMERA Solution Disk .... 2Software Guide .................................. 2Transferring Images to a Computer....................................... 32

Sound Settings........................................ 46

Strap..................................................... 2, 13

Sunset (Scene Mode) ............................ 52

Super Vivid (Scene Mode) .................... 52

T

Terminal............................... 34, 89, 96, 111

Tone (White Balance) ............................ 65

Troubleshooting .................................... 113

V

Video MoviesViewing (Playback)

Images on a TV................................ 89

Index Display................................... 84Magnified Display ........................... 88Single Image Playback................... 26Slideshow ........................................ 86

Viewing Images on a TV....................... 89

W

White Balance........................................ 65

Widescreen (Recording Pixels)...... 62, 63

Wrist Strap Strap

Z

Zoom........................................... 22, 28, 54

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